The Technology Leadership Network loves online learning and here’s just one more opportunity to get yours! STEM – science, technology, engineering, and mathematics – is at the forefront of discussions on global competition and 21st century skills. But what does it take to strengthen these subjects for your students? Get ideas and inspiration at a webinar sponsored by American School Board Journal and NSBA.

Panelists include

• Denise Mewborn, head of mathematics education at the University of Georgia;
• David Bressoud; head of the Mathematics Association of America;
• Michele Cahill of the Carnegie math and science commission; and
• Mark Koester, math instructor at Gateway High School in Colorado.

The free webinar will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. EDT. All you need is a phone and an Internet connection.

You can register for the webinar here: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/504969265

And also be sure to check out the STEM coverage in American School Board Journal.

Get a jumpstart on your Christmas shopping with this year’s list of the 20 Hottest Toys. Perhaps you’re wondering why this would be news worthy for the T+L Conference blog. One of the toys on the list, Star Wars the Force Trainer, incorporates the technology that NeuroSky’s CEO Stanley Young will be discussing at T+L during his Luncheon Showcase address in Denver on Thursday, October 29th. If you want to stay one step ahead of the kids on your Christmas list – and understand the science and technology behind this new sensation -  you won’t want to miss his session. This cutting edge technology allows objects to be moved through concentration. The Technology Leadership Network anticipates this break-through is just be the tip of the iceberg of how such research can be applied to future education resources. Check out the video below and don’t forget to register in advance for this luncheon…space is limited.  In the meantime, you’ll sound like a really cool parent or grandparent!!