When developing learning experiences for adults, it’s important to consider that adult learning needs differ from children’s. Adults have divided attention and divided time. They are best motivated when they see how professional development is relevant to their professional lives, and they are most engaged when they feel their personal contributions matter to the group. In this course, you will learn the theories and assertions to consider when working with adult learners. You'll also learn principles that can guide the development, selection, or implementation of a professional development course. Read more

Educators are looking to AI to assist with many time-consuming tasks related to special education and paperwork. Join us for a panel discussion as we look at ways teachers can use AI to support students with special needs while also considering the legal implications.   Read more

This session focuses on how educators can use AI as a collaborative "thought partner" to spark creativity in lesson planning, resource development, and problem-solving. Participants will explore how AI tools can support brainstorming, generate ideas, and inspire innovation while maintaining their central role as decision-makers and curators of learning.   Read more

This concluding session focuses on how AI can enhance and redefine educational practices. Using the teaching and learning cycle, participants will examine innovative applications of AI to transform teaching and learning, including personalized instruction, data-informed decision-making, and the reimagination of classroom dynamics. Read more

Are your students ready for an AI-integrated world? Join Richard Culatta, CEO of ISTE+ASCD and an experienced educator from NEA as they discuss the ISTE+ASCD Profile of an AI Graduate—a framework that moves beyond teaching about AI to teaching with AI. Discover how to help students develop six critical AI competencies: Learner, Researcher, Synthesizer, Ideator, Connector, and Storyteller. Learn why students must practice using AI now to think deeper, create better, and solve problems more efficiently than they could alone, preparing them for success in tomorrow's workforce. This isn't just about AI literacy—it's about thriving in an AI-powered future. Register now to join educators preparing AI-ready graduates. Read more

This session focuses on how educators can use AI as a collaborative "thought partner" to spark creativity in lesson planning, resource development, and problem-solving. Participants will explore how AI tools can support brainstorming, generate ideas, and inspire innovation while maintaining their central role as decision-makers and curators of learning.   Read more