JOSTI 2009 Conference Overview

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Washington, DC
January 7, 2009



Jefferson Overseas Schools Technology Institute

                   for American-Sponsored Overseas Schools

What: The Jefferson/Overseas Technology Institute (JOSTI)* is an annual five-day technology training experience for overseas educators. JOSTI offers training in two strands:

• Instructional Integration for Teachers (K-12)
• Real Techies Only!

There will be a special emphasis on virtual learning, highlighting collaborative communities and shared resources.

When: June 22-June 26, 2009

Who: JOSTI is for educators who wish to increase awareness, understanding and use of technology. Administrators, technology staff, librarians and teachers are invited to apply.

A/OS member schools may send one or more participants. Technology training will open to 75 participants. One participant per school will be given first priority; others will be enrolled on a space-available basis.

Where
: JOSTI is held at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Fairfax, Virginia.

To apply:
See registration form
Due by: March 6, 2009

For information contact:
Dr. Bea Cameron, Office of Overseas Schools
E-mail: cameronbh2@state.gov
Tel: 202-261-8211
Fax: 202-261-8224