This interactive workshop explores how the principles of minimalism can be applied to create calmer, more focused learning environments and instructional practices. Participants will learn strategies for decluttering physical & digital classroom spaces for efficiency, streamlining procedures and routines, focusing on essential skills and content, and cultivating calmness. The workshop incorporates small group discussions, hands-on activities, and mindfulness practices to further how teachers and administrators can focus on what is and isn't necessary for success.
Instructional Technology Coach, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Brian Krause is an Instructional Technology Coach for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Brian coaches in the classroom in support of digital learning, digital citizenship, emerging technologies, instructional issues and trends, technology integration, and best practices... Read More →
Would you like help in telling your school’s story? Do you sometimes wish you could clone yourself and be in two places at once? Dr. Jill will empower you to do this by creating and sustaining a social media team. From recruitment to retainment, learn how to select, train, and inspire the students and adults in your district to take ownership of telling their school’s story. Walk away with some great tips for motivating others to create content for someone other than themselves!
Sharing my philosophy of authentic learning in Elementary, and challenging educators to think deeper about how we can creatively engage students at a young age to develop an agile mindset, and engage in authentic learning opportunities around them.
Learn how to create custom A.I. chatbots for students to use, regardless of content area. Expect to leave this session with the confidence of coaching your students to use AI in an honest and safe way while also making progress towards learning targets.
In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, collaboration between educators and parents is more crucial than ever. This informative and interactive session is designed to equip educators, administrators, and school leaders with effective strategies and Future Ready tools to foster a strong partnership with parents.
Podcasts provide students with a unique approach to narrative: there’s no bright flicker of a computer screen, no attention-grabbing dancing GIFs -- it’s just story, and every kid loves a good story. Come learn how to go beyond just pressing play, and explore how to connect existing narrative podcasts to your content. Attendees will also learn how to create their own podcasts, with tips on getting started, equipment needed, and more.
Donnie Piercey is the 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year, and he specializes in using technology to promote student inquiry and engagement. Over the past sixteen years of teaching, these interests have given him the chance to represent his class all around the world, including a National... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
302/303
Artificial intelligence is transforming education—how can we adapt? This interactive session will explore strategies for teaching in the age of AI. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of AI, tips for classroom integration, ethical and practical concerns, and creative uses, all while emphasizing the importance of human interaction in learning.
Need ideas to promote your books, digital ebook and audiobook collections? Experience how TeachingBooks’ resources bring books to life while connecting students to their favorite titles, authors and genres. We’ll demonstrate a handful of book hooks, including Shelf Talker book trailers, featuring QR codes, read-along audiobook excerpts, and book-related games, videos and activities. Access to TeachingBooks provided to accredited public and non-public PreK-12 schools via AEA.
Implementation & Training Specialist, TeachingBooks, OverDrive
Mary Ellen Graf is an Implementation and Training Specialist for TeachingBooks and a licensed educator with a master's in teaching. She taught in a variety of settings before beginning her role with TeachingBooks in 2016. She has presented at the conferences such as Wisconsin Library... Read More →
