A.I. and Innovation Summit: Full Schedule

Are you ready to embark on a journey of educational transformation?

The world is abuzz with innovation in education, and artificial intelligence is leading the charge. The A.I. and Innovation Summit is your passport to exploring how to revolutionize your classroom.

Whether you’re a seasoned educator, a curious administrator, or a tech enthusiast, this summit is your chance to:

Discover the latest advancements in AI for education: Dive deep into how AI can personalize learning, support educators, and empower students of every background.
Explore practical applications and real-world experiences: Learn from inspiring educators who are already revolutionizing their classrooms.
Network: Connect with like-minded individuals forging partnerships that transcend classrooms and districts.
Collaborate: Spark ideas, share best practices, and be a part of shaping the future of education for all.

Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered to lead the charge in your own educational sphere!

10:15am CDT

AI In Social Studies-AI Isn't Coming...IT IS HERE!

Monday October 7, 2024 10:15am - 11:05am CDT

Room 705

This session will focus on AI in the Social Studies Content. AI is so much more than the shiny penny that looks cool. AI is going to save teachers time, provide students with instant feedback, and provide innovative approaches to lessons. In this session, social studies teachers will examine AI and how it can be implemented practically in the classroom not only the apps and cool websites but through the actual pedagogy behind it.

Speakers

Rhett Oldham

Director of Social Studies Curriculum, DESE

My name is Rhett Oldham, and I am the DESE Director of Social Studies Curriculum for the State of Missouri.Prior to that I taught 7th Grade American History II and 8th Grade World History at Ste. Genevieve Middle School. I have a real passion for history and want my students to understand... Read More →

Monday October 7, 2024 10:15am - 11:05am CDT
Room 705

Concurrent Sessions, #2

Audience k-12
Subject Social Studies

1:35pm CDT

Using History and Reading to Build Student Creativity

Monday October 7, 2024 1:35pm - 2:25pm CDT

Room 512

During the session, educators will be provided with tools for teaching with a myriad of literature (short form, poetry, children's books, novels) that could be used to engage students in learning about WWI in a variety of different settings, not exclusively history classrooms. Educators will then choose between two different creative writing activities to participate in; one oriented around poetry and another around short stories; both include building inspiration from historical artifacts.

Speakers

Nicole Dobronski

K-12 Education Specialist, National WWI Museum and Memorial

Nicole Dobronski, the K-12 Education Specialist at the National WWI Museum and Memorial, leverages over a decade of classroom teaching experience in public schools. She has designed lesson plans for organizations like PBS Learning Media: Ken Burns and facilitated online and in-person... Read More →

Monday October 7, 2024 1:35pm - 2:25pm CDT
Room 512

Concurrent Sessions, #4