ISTE Unveils 2 New Sites and a Sweet APP!



Now, I know being on the Board of Directors of ISTE means I'm a wee bit biased...But they don't pay me and I've been an avid ISTE association fan & member since I attended my first NECC conference in 2007 - Atlanta - where Kathy Schrock first introduced to me the virtual world of Second Life!

I'd been presenting every year at my state affiliate MICCA now MSET since 1996 but had never had the $ or the gumption to go to the "big show until 2007...when I finally decided that saving all year for the conference was the best investment in my professional growth...and yeah, I think it has worked out pretty well! [grin]

ISTE is committed to being a vibrant vehicle and support for change agents & EdTech professionals around the globe. As leaders of the cutting edge they keep adding cool new stuff that makes being a member of the LARGEST EdTech association in the WORLD even better!

A brand NEW re-vamped website....with all kinds of great new features! Live! Chat with ISTE Oregon Staff (who, by the way, are AWEsome!) AND you know what else?

From their newly re-designed site:
They've Got An App For That!

"Have an iPhone? Download ISTE’s new iPhone application by clicking here or searching for “ISTE Mobile” in the iTunes App Store. Have another Web-ready smart phone? Visit www.iste.org/mobile to surf our mobile Web version. Network with fellow ISTE members and get up-to-the minute news, blog posts, and educator resources."

Download the Application


Are You an ISTE Learner?

"An ISTE Learner is

• An active contributor to a professional learning community that focuses on the power of educational technology
• An engaged educator passionate about teaching, learning and leading with educational technology
• An advocate for the ubiquitous use of the NETS as a vehicle for students, teachers and administrators to obtain 21st century skills

Become an ISTE Learner to

• Engage in conversations about the application of educational technology
• Learn and share innovative approaches to building digital-age skills
• Gain access to experts and peers from around the world

It’s easy and free to become an ISTE Learner. Sign up today!



GoAnimate.com: ISTE - Search for the Future of Ed Tech by gwyneth


So if you haven't joined ISTE....or don't know about ISTE... I encourage you to check it out!

And thanks those of you who voted for me to be on the ISTE board... I really am passionate about serving you & the PK-12 teachers of the world! Leave a comment if you have a suggestion or an idea! YAY!
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ISTE - NECC 07 Photos by ME!!
Other photos from Iste.org - Thank you!
ISTE Unveils 2 New Sites and a Sweet APP!

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  1. KateOctober 10, 2010 at 1:25 AM

    That is a great animation (although why was the final guide headless?) and I am heading right on over to check out the app and the ISTE Learning area! :)

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