ETFO Provincial’s ICT Conference: Technology for Teachers is the first of two conferences funded by the Ministry of Education. The conference will take place at the ETFO Office in Toronto and OISE/UT on November 28-29, 2014. The target audience is members interested in learning about new technology and online resources to engage today’s students. The conference includes two keynote speakers: Michelle Derosier will highlight how technology can create social change and lawyer, Robyn White, who will speak about the importance of practicing caution when communicating electronically.
Presentations of technology projects from across the province will be shared on Friday while Saturday workshops will provide hands-on opportunities to learn more about SMART Boards, iPads, Google Drive, programming, Minecraft, Social Networking and various online resources. This will be an exciting learning and networking opportunity for members from across the province. The application form is highlighted on the ETFO home page at www.etfo.ca.
The registration fee is $75 and covers the cost of conference materials, travel, meals and release time. Deadline for applications is October 13th but register early as spaces are limited. Successful applicants will be notified by email prior to October 24. Details are available at www.etfo.ca.
ETFO Provincial's Thriving in a Challenging Workplace: Good Health and Well-being is being offered November 25-26, 2014 at the ETFO Office in Toronto. Topics will include mental health issues, healthy eating, incorporating physical exercise into your daily routine, stress reduction, voice care, conflict resolution etc.
The deadline for registration is October 21, 2014. The registration fee is $50 and covers the cost of conference materials, travel, meals and release time. Details are available at www.etfo.ca.
ETFO THAMES VALLEY OCCASIONAL TEACHERS' LOCAL
