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Books Without Borders: Using Book Creator in LEGO, Travel, and Curriculum

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Poster
Poster Theme: Reimagining Literacy & Learning
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Session description

My session demonstrates how we use Book Creator in our PreK-12 school. I'll show how to extend and document Lego builds and Nexus travel trips through photos, videos, and reflections about their experiences. Attendees will see practical ways to incorporate short-term and long-term curriculum goals.

Outline

1. Introduction 5-7 minutes
2. Overview of session goals
3. Examples
4. Connection to ISTE Standards
5. Invite participants to explore with Book Creator
6. Q and A

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Outcomes

After this session, participants will be able to
1. Guide students in using Book Creator to document hands-on projects with photos, audio, video, and written reflection.
2. Design travel journals to help connect personal experiences with academic learning.
3. Apply strategies that promote student reflection.

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Supporting research

1.https://alicekeeler.com/2023/07/21/5-reasons-every-teacher-should-use-book-creator/#google_vignette
2.https://www.twinkl.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-book-creator
3.https://bookcreator.com/2013/12/why-i-use-book-creator-in-the-classroom/

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Presenters

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Technology and Media Instructional Specialist
Cape Henry Collegiate School

Session specifications

Topic:

Accessibility, Science of Reading

Grade level:

PK-5

Audience:

Librarian, Teacher, Technology Coach/Trainer

Attendee devices:

Devices useful

Attendee device specification:

Smartphone: Android, iOS, Windows
Laptop: Chromebook, Mac, PC
Tablet: Android, iOS, Windows

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

Book Creator App

Subject area:

Elementary/Multiple Subjects, Technology Education

ISTE Standards:

For Educators: Facilitator
For Students: Knowledge Constructor, Global Collaborator

Transformational Learning Principles:

Connect Learning to Learner, Elevate Reflection