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AI’s Impact on Immersive Learning, Classroom Tools, and Career Pathways: The New Extended Reality
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT
Presented by Alejandro Lozano, Senior Manager, Corporate Social Responsibility, Verizon; and Hall Davidson, Senior Director, Global Learning Initiatives, Discovery Education
Sponsored by Verizon and Discovery Education
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One of the greatest impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) is in other technologies. Nowhere is that truer than extended reality (XR) and spatial computing emerging in the new immersive world. View this edWebinar to engage with industry experts from Verizon and Discovery Education as they share innovative strategies and resources designed to empower educators and amplify student learning.
Come learn how powerful immersive learning has become, how you can implement it into your classroom, and how you can activate your students’ curiosity! See mind-bending apps in action. Explore why and how immersive learning should—and can—be part of any innovative school. Find FREE resources that include master class videos, micro-credential courses, and virtual field trips with industry leaders.
What you learn:
- How augmented reality tools can enhance classroom learning and keep students engaged.
- The principles of immersion and how they can be applied in educational settings.
- Strategies for creating safe and purposeful immersive moments.
- Techniques to amplify student learning and engagement designed to enhance your professional development.
- Access to a wealth of FREE resources and cutting-edge tools that begin with your browser or mobile device.
Whether you are an educator looking to enhance your professional development or simply curious about the future of education technology, this is a must-see event. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers, librarians, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.
About the Presenters
Alejandro Lozano, Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility, has worked in education for the past 12 years and is passionate about working towards bridging the digital divide. At Verizon, he is part of the Responsible Business team and is charged with leading STEM Content Partnerships for Verizon Innovative Learning that provide participating schools with critical resources and support. Prior to joining Verizon, Alejandro was a Senior Program Manager at Arizona State University. He received bachelor’s degrees in both supply chain management and business economics from California State University, Long Beach. Alejandro also holds an MBA from Arizona State University.
Hall Davidson has been a national leader in educational technology for years, from time shifting, to web-based media, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence. He was the first featured speaker on AI at ISTE (2017)—before AI was cool. He has keynoted at ISTE, FETC, and many other conferences. He began as a math teacher in a bilingual classroom, served on state technology committees, and was asked to speak before Congress on educational technology. He brings humor and real-world examples to presentations. He currently serves as Senior Director of Global Learning Initiatives for Discovery Education.
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Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms. Through its award-winning digital textbooks, multimedia resources, and the largest professional learning network of its kind, Discovery Education is transforming teaching and learning and improving academic achievement around the globe.
