Jon Corippo - CUE Rock Star #BLC15

John Kuripot introduces Q Rockstar, a new professional development model for teachers. Unlike traditional conferences, Q Rockstar focuses on hands-on learning and skill mastery. The format includes late starts, shred sessions, and interactive two-hour workshops. The program has expanded significantly, creating numerous certified educators and changing teaching methods.

What realization did John Kuripot have that led to the creation of Q Rockstar?

• He noticed he was overwhelmed with information at conferences.

• He wanted to focus on traditional teaching methods.

• He wanted to create a conference with more handouts.

• He wanted to attend more conferences.

What was a key change in the format of the first Q Rockstar camp?

• There were no lunch breaks.

• Sessions started at 8:00 AM.

• Shred sessions were introduced.

• The camp lasted for five days.

How long is each session at a Q Rockstar camp?

• 3 hours

• 2 hours

• 1 hour

• 45 minutes

What is the main focus during the two-hour sessions at Q Rockstar camps?

• Direct instruction for the entire session

• Listening to a series of ideas

• Hands-on learning with minimal direct instruction

• Watching educational videos

What is a unique feature of the Q Rockstar camp that helps attendees become functional users of tools like Twitter?

• Attendees watch videos about the tools.

• Attendees create accounts and actively use the tools during sessions.

• Attendees only listen to lectures about the tools.

• Attendees receive handouts about the tools.

How has the Q Rockstar camp impacted professional development?

• It has created dozens of Google certified teachers and Apple distinguished educators.

• It has decreased the number of certified educators.

• It has reduced the number of camps held each year.

• It has made traditional conferences more popular.

What is required to host a Q Rockstar camp at a school or district?

• A large budget

• A team of 50 educators

• A five-day schedule

• Nothing, just a request through the Q website