EdCamp Rockwall 2019

EdCamps are a powerful, innovative professional development specifically designed around what teachers want to learn. Unlike traditional conferences, Edcamp has an agenda that’s created by the participants at the start of the event. People are encouraged to have discussions and hands-on sessions. Because attendance is voluntary, there is a great deal of commitment, enthusiasm, and excitement among EdCamp participants. Since there is no established hierarchy between presenters and attendees this allows for a greater exchange of ideas and empowers educators to take control of their own professional development and grow their personal learning network. _Tenets of the Edcamp Model:_ FREE + OPEN TO ALL Edcamps never charge a fee and are open to educators of all levels and subjects. PARTICIPANT-DRIVEN Edcamps allow participants to collaboratively determine session topics on the day of the event. EXPERIENCE, NOT EXPERTS Edcamps encourage participants to facilitate sessions by sharing experiences; conversations not planned presentations. RULE OF TWO FEET Edcamps suggest participants find sessions that meet their needs to maximize learning.