Pasadena ISD Instructional Technology Specialist Kelli Erwin attended the Teacher Innovator Summer Camp, sponsored by Learning.com. The three-day camp was held in Portland, Oregon and gave Erwin and 18 other selected teachers, a unique opportunity to design, share, and learn innovative ways to integrate digital curriculum into their instruction.
 
As part of her application, Erwin had students create a book of idioms, both in a print version and in a video presentation. Teachers were chosen from a national pool of applicants who submitted online projects that demonstrate innovation.
 
At the camp, teachers learned how to create and adapt online lessons using Learning.com tools, and shared their experience integrating technology into their instruction. Participants also learned how to integrate online journaling and project-based learning into their teaching. The camp was directed by Michele Douglass, Ph.D., an experienced teacher, district curriculum director and professional development instructor.