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September 2022
Fall Conference Featured Speakers
From Computer science and robotics to social-emotional learning and innovative instructional design, attendees are in for a treat with our high energy featured speakers that will leave you with timely and invigorating ideas, strategies and connections that enhance learning for all.
📅 Dates on Deck:

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Tip / Strategy To Try Out

Chrome OS: Accessibility
Activate Chrome OS accessibility options by clicking the clock in the bottom right (or hitting Alt+Shift+s) - select Advanced - and then you will see the Accessibility section where you can manage the accessibility features. You can make the accessibility features more accessible by turning on the option to “Always show accessibility options in the system menu.” 

Once you turn that on, learners have quick access to tools that can do the following: text-to-speech, voice dictation, changing display options to increase contrast or magnifying areas of the screen, different input controls, and Chrome live caption. Simple ensure students have the opportunity to try out the features that best fit their learning needs.
Conference Registration Open!
Don't miss out on your chance to save! Early Bird pricing ends September 30!

And did you know that if you're bringing 10 or more attendees from your organization, you get a 10% discount? Reach out to executivedirector@itec-ia.org for more information!
Pear Deck Corner
Did you know you’ve got access to Pear Deck premium?! Once again, the Iowa AEA system has purchased Pear Deck for ALL Iowa educators!

As part of a partnership between Pear Deck and the Iowa AEAs, Pear Deck, the Iowa AEAs and ITEC are working in partnership to not only support Iowa educators in integrating Pear Deck with purpose, but also to amplify and share the amazing stories of passionate educators!

Each month, be on the lookout for a variety of tips, tricks and testimonials shared via our newsletter, the statewide Iowa AEA website and via social media (@iowa_aea, #iowaaea, @itec_ia, #itecia). 

To kick things off, ITEC's own Andrew Fenstermaker from Iowa City Community School District shares how you can use Pear Deck’s IceBreaker Templates to build community in your classroom!
For more information or to share your favorite Pear Deck features and ideas, check out the AEA website!
License Renewal Credit
ITEC is completing the steps to make the conference available for license renewal credit again this fall. You can find more information as it becomes available on the ITEC Website
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