Workshops, demonstrations, and other special events are among the many activities that Intel® Innovation in Education is planning for the National Educational Computing Conference (NECC), taking place June 26-30 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Teachers, professional developers, technology specialists, administrators, and others will have a chance to learn about the latest free tools and resources available from Intel Innovation in Education. Teachers who have participated in Intel® Teach to the Future programs are especially encouraged to stop by the Intel booth for a free gift and a chance to learn about the newest professional development offering. Intel, a sponsor of NECC, plans a wide range of conference activities:

Theater style presentations in the Intel Innovation in Education booth (No. 1323 in the exhibit hall) will showcase the latest professional development offering, the Intel® Teach to the Future Workshop on Teaching Thinking with Technology, as well as the new Showing Evidence Tool.
Participating teachers will be available to demonstrate the online thinking tools. Free workshops and seminars about classroom tools, resources, and offerings for administrators will be presented several times during the conference.

	Lead by Example: In this free forum, examine roles leaders play in supporting effective technology integration. Begin development of a personalized action plan to implement in your schools. Offered: SA107, Sunday, June 26, 8:30-11:30 a.m.; TA324, Tuesday, June 28, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
	Teaching Thinking with Technology: This free workshop focuses on enhancing effective technology integration skills using online tools that engage students and help them communicate their understanding of complex concepts. Offered: SP187, Sunday, June 26, 1:30-4:30 p.m.; MA207, Monday, June 27, 8:30-11:30 a.m.; TP370, Tuesday, June 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m.; WA415, Wednesday, June 29, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
	Remarkable Rankings: Improve students' critical thinking and collaboration skills with the Visual Ranking Tool. In this free workshop, learn about this online thinking tool from Intel Innovation in Education, and begin planning a classroom project. Offered: MP286, Monday, June 27, 1:30-4:30 p.m.; WP462, Wednesday, June 29, 1:30-4:30 p.m.