Presented by Amanda VanDerHeyden, Ph.D., Researcher, Author, and Innovator in Education
problem-solving skills
Building Workforce-Ready Cybersecurity Skills: More Than Just One Class
In this increasingly connected digital age, it’s crucial that students develop an understanding of cybersecurity so that they’re prepared to succeed and be safe in the world.
Building Workforce-Ready Cybersecurity Skills in the Classroom
Presented by Ronald Adams, Experienced Educator, Instructional Leader, Cyber Intelligence Academy at Park Crossing High School, Montgomery Public Schools (AL); Rashad Robinson, Experienced Educator, Tech Coordinator and Cyber Teacher, Cyber Intelligence Academy at Park Crossing High School, Montgomery Public Schools (AL); and Jessica S. Tickle, Experienced Educator, Instructor, PLTW Engineering and Cybersecurity, Center for Academic Achievement, Shawnee Mission School District (KS)
Moderated by Derek Babb, Experienced Educator, Cyber Security Lecturer, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Unmasking the Math Mindset: Designing for Learner Variability in Middle School (Part 2)
Presented by Dr. Erik Weitnauer, Cognitive Scientist, Co-Founder, Graspable Math; Dr. Stefani Pautz Stephenson, Former Educator, Current Senior Director, Networks and Programs, Digital Promise; and Nick Schiner, Former Educator, Current Director, Peer-to-Peer Professional Learning, Digital Promise
The Human Edge: Thriving with AI Through Empathy and Critical Thinking
Presented by Stefani Kauppila, Former Teacher, Current Director of Product, Committee for Children; Jordan Posamentier, Former Teacher, Current VP of Policy & Partnerships, Committee for Children; and Dr. Jodie Donner, Former Teacher, Current Senior Instructional Designer II, Committee for Children
Sparking Creativity on a Shoestring Budget: Tech Tools for Big Ideas
Presented by Maren Vernon, Learning Resource Designer, Scratch Foundation; and Omashani Naidoo, Executive Director, SchoolNet South Africa
Moderated by Nick Schiner, Director of Peer-to-Peer Learning, Digital Promise
Inspire Math Confidence: Building the Next Generation of Problem Solvers
Presented by Melanie Janzen, Curriculum Coordinator, Secondary Mathematics, San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (CA); and Ki Karou, Director of Product, ST Math, Mind Education
Math Competitions: Building Excitement for Mathematics and Strengthening Life Skills
Presented by Dr. Kecia Ray, Founder and CEO, K20 Connect; Ellen Cleary, Vice President, Advancing Global EDU, Inc.; and Susan Gentz, Chief Strategy Officer, K20 Connect
College and Career Readiness: Turning Student Passion into Purpose with Dual Enrollment
Presented by Dr. Joshua Hamzehee, Communication Studies Professor, Santa Rosa Junior College; and Collin Dennis, Outlier Partnership Lead, Savvas Learning Company
Computational Thinking for PreK-5: Coding Solutions That Enhance Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills
Presented by Alicia Verweij, Founder and Educator, EDGEucating LLC