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 →
Learn about the Winterset CSD AI Task Force journey in developing an AI policy, crafting a AI tools & resources vetting rubric, empowering educators to use AI tools & resources, share classroom teacher experiences, and building AI prompt writing skills. Lots of resources to share & guide your district.
Currently serving as the 7-12 Assistant Principal at Winterset - and loving it! AI Task Force leader with representation from each building to successfully navigatig AI in education. We'll address district AI policies, a vision for AI in the district, and recommendations for AI tools... Read More →
Join high schoolers from Team Neutrino, a FIRST Robotics Competition team! Experience our innovative STEM activities and curriculum, captivating and empowering diverse audiences. Hear our perspective as students teaching students and our mission to inspire STEM! Watch our robot in action and compete for a (gently used) Snap Circuits kit!
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.
This session shares the story of Woodward-Granger's Innovation Team and how they are working to build capacity as a district to find integration opportunities for UDL, Computer science, and 21st Century skills within their core instruction. We will explore how this work aligns with instructional frameworks, and share how our team has identified core apps for effective integration.