2007 MACUL Conference
Detroit, MI
March 14th-16th
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The Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL)
is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization established in 1975 dedicated
to bringing educators from all levels together to share their knowledge
and concerns regarding educational uses of computers and technology.
MACUL…
- helps educators identify sound educational practices related to technology as well as understand the implications of rapid changes in technology.
- recognizing the challenges in preparing students, strives to encompass the entire educational community from preschool through college level.
- is a force in building professional coalitions with organizations including the Michigan Virtual University, the Michigan Department of Education, Ameritech, AT&T, and others to benefit educators and students in the integral use of technology in education.
- is an organizational affiliate of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).
MACUL’S Purpose is…
- To provide a state association for educators involved with, or seeking knowledge of, educational computing and technology.
- To provide for the sharing and exchanging of ideas, techniques, material, and procedures for use in educational technology and for the improvement of educational computing through conferences and publications.
- To promote recognition of the vital professional role played by the educational technology specialist in schools and the level of competence required for this role.
- To promote and encourage effective, ethical, and equitable use of computer-related technology in education.
- To encourage and support research relating to educational computing and technology.
- To work in conjunction with other state and national organizations who have similar purposes.
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Contact Information : Who to talk to, where to call, write or email.
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Member Benefits: Find out about the special benefits of being a MACUL Member.
MACUL Acceptable Use Policy : MACUL will post any relevant content to our site that is approved by the Board of Directors and is consistent with the Ingham ISD policy expressed on the above linked pages.
Activities
Each spring MACUL sponsors one of the largest educational technology conferences in the country. MACUL also sponsors and participates in smaller regional conferences focusing on educational technology applications, networking, and professional development.
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
MACUL offers special groups to bring together members with similar needs, such as: Elementary Education, Multi-Media, Special Education, Technology Coordinators, LOGO, Technicians, Computer Science, and Telecommunications. New interest groups are added periodically.
Awards are given annually to acknowledge outstanding technology-using educators. The MACUL President’s Award is also given each year to people or organizations influencing the effective use of educational technology in Michigan.
The MACUL Journal is published five times yearly. The publication features information related to educational technology and best practices models.
Information on other Michigan organizations, affiliate organizations, and other Michigan educational technology resources.
Learn about the benefits of being a MACUL member, including grant opportunities, the Journal and other great resources.
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