Jim Beeghley
TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN THE CLASSROOM / BLOGGER / SPEAKER / USING 21ST CENTURY TOOLS TO BRING HISTORY TO LIF
About Me
I am an educational technologist, a blogger, education consultant and keynote speaker. I specialize in integrating technology into the social studies with a particular interest in the American Civil War.
Short Bio
Dr. Beeghley is and educational technologist, a blogger, podcaster and expert in using technology to teach history with a particular interest in the American Civil War. He has 25 years of experience in educational technology ranging from K-12 and higher education to working for the PA Department of Education.
Jim frequently gives keynotes, presentations, and leads workshops on numerous topics including digital citizenship, cyberbullying, educational technology, social media and most especially uses of technology to teach social studies. As the father of four children in Catholic school, he also has in depth knowledge of how to help private schools teach students about virtual integrity and how they can maximize their technology investments.View my complete curriculum vitae.
Jim frequently gives keynotes, presentations, and leads workshops on numerous topics including digital citizenship, cyberbullying, educational technology, social media and most especially uses of technology to teach social studies. As the father of four children in Catholic school, he also has in depth knowledge of how to help private schools teach students about virtual integrity and how they can maximize their technology investments.View my complete curriculum vitae.
Long Bio
Dr. Beeghley is an educational technologist, a blogger, podcaster and expert in using technology to teach history with a particular interest in the American Civil War. He has spent over 20 years supporting educational technology from K-12 to higher education and at the state level.
His bachelor’s degree is in Computer Science from California University of Pennsylvania, along with a Master’s degree in Educational Technology from Waynesburg University and in 2008, he completed his doctoral degree in Instructional Technology at Duquesne University where he examined how Pennsylvania teachers are using technology to teach the American Civil War.
Dr. Beeghley is the author of the Teaching the Civil War with Technology. He frequently give keynotes, presentations, and leads workshops on numerous topics including digital citizenship, cyberbullying, educational technology, social media and most especially uses of technology to teach social studies. As the father of four children in Catholic school, he also has in depth knowledge of how to help private schools teach students about virtual integrity and how they can maximize their technology investments.
His bachelor’s degree is in Computer Science from California University of Pennsylvania, along with a Master’s degree in Educational Technology from Waynesburg University and in 2008, he completed his doctoral degree in Instructional Technology at Duquesne University where he examined how Pennsylvania teachers are using technology to teach the American Civil War.
Dr. Beeghley is the author of the Teaching the Civil War with Technology. He frequently give keynotes, presentations, and leads workshops on numerous topics including digital citizenship, cyberbullying, educational technology, social media and most especially uses of technology to teach social studies. As the father of four children in Catholic school, he also has in depth knowledge of how to help private schools teach students about virtual integrity and how they can maximize their technology investments.
Presentations
Thinking Differently in the 21st Century Classroom
Steve Jobs once challenged us to think differently about technology. In this keynote presentation, I challenge educators to think differently about their classroom. From classroom design, to technology and social media. I put forth the notion that we can push our students forward if we simply think differently because “the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.”
Trends and Tools for 21st Century Learning
This session is a fun look at the exciting things that happen when educators step outside their classrooms and try new tools. It reinforces the importance of relationships while encouraging teachers to become learners again through positive examples of student success. I will also discuss the topic of self-directed professional development and describe what it takes to build your own “personal learning network”.
Virtual Integrity
One can barely go a day without reading something about digital citizenship and the ethical use of media. This presentation demonstrates a new approach to teaching Internet Safety. How can our belief system affect not only what media we consume and purchase, but also how we view and use the Internet. The presentation will focus on virtues and how they should assist the 21st century student in decision-making about media and Internet use through the perspective of personal integrity.
Engaging Learners with Digital Tools
In this session I share free tools as well as stories about schools and classrooms that have used them to engage learners and learning. I teach educators to use exciting tools to reach even the reluctant learners. I also explore some of the tools educators can use to engage kids are growing up online while teaching them to be responsible online.
Digital Leadership
This presentation is designed for educational leaders during which I share tools and ideas for seeing the future and adapting to it in time to lead schools in positive, new directions.
Getting Personal with Social Media and Learning Networks
This session is an exploration of social networks as learning tools. Through numerous examples I will invite participants to begin developing their own Personal Learning Network. I will help participants see the effectiveness of these engaging learning environments, while sharing the importance of teaching good online behaviors. This workshop explores social media and how you can use it to your advantage. This training gives you the tools and knowledge you need to easily navigate the new world of social media. Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube, and social media tools such as blogs and wikis are introduced during this workshop.
Steve Jobs once challenged us to think differently about technology. In this keynote presentation, I challenge educators to think differently about their classroom. From classroom design, to technology and social media. I put forth the notion that we can push our students forward if we simply think differently because “the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.”
Trends and Tools for 21st Century Learning
This session is a fun look at the exciting things that happen when educators step outside their classrooms and try new tools. It reinforces the importance of relationships while encouraging teachers to become learners again through positive examples of student success. I will also discuss the topic of self-directed professional development and describe what it takes to build your own “personal learning network”.
Virtual Integrity
One can barely go a day without reading something about digital citizenship and the ethical use of media. This presentation demonstrates a new approach to teaching Internet Safety. How can our belief system affect not only what media we consume and purchase, but also how we view and use the Internet. The presentation will focus on virtues and how they should assist the 21st century student in decision-making about media and Internet use through the perspective of personal integrity.
Engaging Learners with Digital Tools
In this session I share free tools as well as stories about schools and classrooms that have used them to engage learners and learning. I teach educators to use exciting tools to reach even the reluctant learners. I also explore some of the tools educators can use to engage kids are growing up online while teaching them to be responsible online.
Digital Leadership
This presentation is designed for educational leaders during which I share tools and ideas for seeing the future and adapting to it in time to lead schools in positive, new directions.
Getting Personal with Social Media and Learning Networks
This session is an exploration of social networks as learning tools. Through numerous examples I will invite participants to begin developing their own Personal Learning Network. I will help participants see the effectiveness of these engaging learning environments, while sharing the importance of teaching good online behaviors. This workshop explores social media and how you can use it to your advantage. This training gives you the tools and knowledge you need to easily navigate the new world of social media. Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube, and social media tools such as blogs and wikis are introduced during this workshop.
What They Are Saying About Me
“Dr. Beeghley’s presentation on cyber bullying and digital citizenship was dynamic and entertaining. He drove home the seriousness of cyber bullying and the importance of leaving a positive digital footprint. Dr. Beeghley is able to connect with students on a level they understand and appreciate. I would highly recommend him as a high school speaker.”
Christine Helm, Lancaster Catholic High School
“The recordings of your sessions have proven to be two of our most requested! Thank you so much for helping with our conference – I am a total FAN of you and your work!”
Bodie Fulford – Office of Instructional Technology, West Virginia Department of Education
“Dr. Beeghley’s presentation was professional and useful. I shared it with my entire faculty.”
Ricman J. Fly, Principal Saint Patrick School, Carlisle, PA
“Jim’s passion and dedication to quality education resonates throughout his work.”
David Solon, Instructional Technology Coordinator, Lancaster-Lebanon IU 13, Lancaster, PA
‘Dr. Beeghley is able to connect with students on a level they understand and appreciate. I would highly recommend him as a high school speaker.”
“Jim’s passion and dedication to quality education resonates throughout his work.”
The following comments are from my 2011 PETE&C presentation on Tradigital History:
“This session was the best of the three days. It was very useful information that I will pass on to all my social studies and history department.”
“Great presentation! Can’t wait to share with my school. Already put your links up on our wiki!!!!”
“Excellent, knowledgeable and energetic presenter.”
“Dr. Beeghley is able to connect with students on a level they understand and appreciate. I would highly recommend him as a high school speaker.”
“Jim’s passion and dedication to quality education resonates throughout his work.”
Christine Helm, Lancaster Catholic High School
“The recordings of your sessions have proven to be two of our most requested! Thank you so much for helping with our conference – I am a total FAN of you and your work!”
Bodie Fulford – Office of Instructional Technology, West Virginia Department of Education
“Dr. Beeghley’s presentation was professional and useful. I shared it with my entire faculty.”
Ricman J. Fly, Principal Saint Patrick School, Carlisle, PA
“Jim’s passion and dedication to quality education resonates throughout his work.”
David Solon, Instructional Technology Coordinator, Lancaster-Lebanon IU 13, Lancaster, PA
‘Dr. Beeghley is able to connect with students on a level they understand and appreciate. I would highly recommend him as a high school speaker.”
“Jim’s passion and dedication to quality education resonates throughout his work.”
The following comments are from my 2011 PETE&C presentation on Tradigital History:
“This session was the best of the three days. It was very useful information that I will pass on to all my social studies and history department.”
“Great presentation! Can’t wait to share with my school. Already put your links up on our wiki!!!!”
“Excellent, knowledgeable and energetic presenter.”
“Dr. Beeghley is able to connect with students on a level they understand and appreciate. I would highly recommend him as a high school speaker.”
“Jim’s passion and dedication to quality education resonates throughout his work.”