NETA 2025: Full Schedule

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11:15am CDT

“That’s Me in the Spotlight”—Creating Audience for Students

Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT

A student of mine said, “When it's actually published and other people are reading it, everyone kind of puts in more time and effort and just want it to be better." Yet research shows that most writing assignments are still for an audience of one—the teacher. How can we expand our students’ audiences with the use of technology? In this session, we’ll play with technologies, strategies, and activities that can expand students’ audiences, from simple formative writing to major final projects.

Speakers

Melissa Pilakowski

Friday May 2, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 10

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Elementary, Teaching & Learning
Tags Classroom Management, Conversation, Distance/Online Learning, Google Suite
Grade Level Elementary, Middle, Secondary, Higher Education
Target Audience All

1:15pm CDT

Virtual Reality in the Classroom: Easy, Free, and Fun Apps!

Friday May 2, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT

Bronze 2

Bring learning to life with Virtual Reality! With over 500 free apps—and the ability to create your own for free—VR is easier to implement than ever. Discover how XRenegades, trusted by schools worldwide, helps Nebraska teachers integrate VR seamlessly. From setup to training, we make it simple and fun to transform your classroom into a hub of innovation. Join us and unlock the future of learning!

Speakers

Tina Sauser

Assistant Principal / Technology Coordinator, Newman Grove Public Schools

Sue Schuelke

Assistant Professor, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Tess McKinney

CEO, XRenegades

I am a VR,XR,AR Expert! Let me know if you need help in picking Immersive Software and Hardware for your educational or medical facilities. I walk you through the process and guide you every step of the way. I own Firework Media Studio (XRenegades)..I Specialize in VR/AR/XR and connecting... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Bronze 2

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Teaching & Learning, Tech Integration Specialist
Tags Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Distance/Online Learning, Higher Education, STEM / STEAM
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All