ACTEM2024: Full Schedule

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8:30am EDT

10 Creative, Meaningful, and Super Fun Ways To Bring Learning and Reading To Life Through Technology, Making, & More!

Thursday October 10, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

Augusta

Come have some fun with Shannon McClintock Miller as we explore 10 creative, meaningful, and super fun ways to bring learning and reading to life through technology, making, and more. Shannon will walk us through 10 amazing projects, with lots of books and connections to digital resources like PebbleGO, tips and tricks, and examples shared along the way. You will be ready to take these ideas back to your classrooms, and you will have a new toolbox of amazing resources to use, too!

Speakers

Shannon McClintock Miller

Teacher Librarian, Van Meter

Shannon McClintock Miller is an international speaker, consultant and author who has a passion for education, librarianship, advocacy, technology, social media and making a difference in the world and lives of others, especially children.Shannon serves as the preschool-12th grade... Read More →

Thursday October 10, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Augusta

Librarians

1:00pm EDT

Future Minds; Cultivating a Culture of AI Investigation

Thursday October 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT

Augusta

This session introduces elementary education to artificial intelligence, emphasizing enhancing teaching and productivity. Discover how AI can support differentiated instruction, foster creativity, and streamline administravite tasks. Gain practice strategies to integrate AI, boost productivity and inspire students with future-ready skills.

Speakers

Nicole Karod

MLTI Ambassador, Maine DOE

Thursday October 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Augusta

2:15pm EDT

"It's Elementary, My Dear Miltie": MLTI in Grades 1-5

Thursday October 10, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT

Augusta

This year elementary schools have become part of MLTI like never before. The program has been tracking toward more focused support and inclusion of elementary educators, but we can do more. In this session, we will look at some recent elementary successes from our team. We will also look at what the program is planning, but we want to hear from you! If you are an elementary educator, please come, share and advocate how MLTI can best serve you and your students.

Speakers

Jon Graham

Thursday October 10, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Augusta

Elementary

8:00am EDT

Building Comfort & Confidence with AI Tools for Teachers

Friday October 11, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Augusta

Develop confidence using AI tools for teaching and learning at a pace that best suits your needs. We will explore what challenges teachers around the nation are addressing with the help of AI tools and resources. Teachers will also leave this session with a powerful set of pre-made AI prompt collections and practical use cases to begin experimenting with right away. If you are new to AI and looking for expert guidance at a reasonable pace, this session is for you!

Speakers

Tom Driscoll

Instructor, EdTechTeacher, Inc.

Tom Driscoll is an author, speaker, and educational consultant for EdTechTeacher, working with over 200 client schools in the United States and internationally. He is a former digital learning director for the Bristol Warren Regional School District in Rhode Island, where he led... Read More →

Friday October 11, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Augusta

9:10am EDT

Surry's Design Lab: How We Made our MakerSpace

Friday October 11, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am EDT

Augusta

The Design Lab started at Surry Elementary School in the fall of 2022. We had an empty room with absolutely nothing in it. Today we have a fully functioning space, programming for all PK-8 students, and a curriculum. We are also a recognized Fab Lab - one of just a few in Maine, but one of about 2,000 around the world. (Our website is: https://www.surryschool.org/designlab) Come hear how we do it, ask questions, and maybe take home an interesting approach or two.

Speakers

Markus Ford

Technology Teacher / IT Coordinator / GT Teacher, Surry Elementary School

Friday October 11, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am EDT
Augusta

Makerspace / STEAM

1:20pm EDT

Leading with AI: Strategies for School Leaders

Friday October 11, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm EDT

Augusta

Artificial Intelligence is shaping the future of education. This session is geared towards educational leaders eager to harness the potential of AI. Dive deep into strategies for not only introducing AI, but also ensuring educators are effectively engaged and that the technology is ethically implemented to support teaching and learning.

Speakers

Tom Driscoll

Instructor, EdTechTeacher, Inc.

Friday October 11, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm EDT
Augusta

2:30pm EDT

AI Enhanced Learning: Developing Dynamic Classrooms

Friday October 11, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

Augusta

Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your students while navigating the world of artificial intelligence? In this session, we will explore practical strategies and engaging activities for educators to teach their students about AI. From understanding the basics to delving into ethical considerations, we will inspire you with the knowledge and tools to empower your students to become responsible AI users and creators. Let's embark on this transformative journey together!

Speakers

Kate Meyer

English and Design Thinking Teacher, Mt. Desert Island High School

Friday October 11, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Augusta