ISTE 2016 - Some Great Sessions to consider attending, including 2 by me




ISTE 2016 is only a week away! There are so many great sessions to attend throughout the conference, but I wanted to share a few here, including two that I am doing.

These sessions are geared at educators and administrators and will offer some great information and resources. Presenters are former educators and educational technology specialists (and a CIO).

RSVP HERE. or click on the image.




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