HBGCC - Hemisfair Ballroom 2

AI literacy is being considered by educators across the globe. How is AI literacy being defined? What does it look like in practice? Join us for an in-depth session where we explore the resources TeachAI has collaboratively developed, answering these and other questions. In this interactive session, we will explore a shared definition of AI literacy, a draft AI literacy framework, and the practices to support implementation across content areas.

Grand Hyatt - Lonestar D - Lenovo

Students from across the globe put their design thinking and problem-solving skills to the test using AI to address UN Sustainable Development Goals. Join us as we celebrate and learn from the 3 student teams selected to showcase their projects exemplifying creativity, purposeful design and inclusivity.

Grand Hyatt - Lonestar Ballroom C - AERDF

AERDF, ISTE ASCD, Learner-Center Collaborative, LeanLab Education, InnovationEDU, and the Alliance for Learning Innovation (ALI) invite you to discover where education innovation is thriving! Join regional and state leaders from across the country to map breakthrough initiatives. Through collaborative storytelling and hands-on mapping, you'll uncover hidden innovation gems, connect with change-makers, and help shape the future of education R&D. The session will include refreshments. Please RSVP below to confirm your attendance as space is limited.

HBGCC - 008AB

AI early adopters are learning the ropes on piloting and implementing AI-led innovation. National landscape studies led by the Center on Reinventing Public Education find that most are still grappling with questions of efficiency and effectiveness. How can leaders ultimately move from efficiency to transformation in their AI-led work? This panel will explore the foundational steps and lessons learned from two early adopters pursuing systemic change and a new vision for supporting teachers and students. Discussion will be aimed at education leaders and will focus on the challenges, barriers, and solutions system leaders are engaged in as they work to bring AI literacy to education systems.

HBGCC - 221B

What if nurturing joy wasn't just a nice-to-have, but the cornerstone of how we design learning experiences? Learn from our panel of dynamic speakers who will share how reimagining education through a "joy lens" can enhance student engagement, build resilience, and create the conditions for students to reach their highest potential. This uplifting session will challenge the false dichotomy between joyful learning and academic rigor. You’ll leave with practical strategies for making joy an integral part of your educational design process, and a renewed perspective on the power of joy to transform teaching and learning.