2024 Innovative Practices Conference (IPC)

This session offers a comprehensive exploration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its transformative potential in education. Beginning with a demystification of AI and a historical overview, the discussion progresses to delve into generative AI and the groundbreaking capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs). Emphasizing practical applications, the session elucidates how AI can enhance learning outcomes, alleviate educator workload, and foster inclusivity in education. By leveraging AI technologies, educators can personalize learning experiences, streamline administrative tasks, and create more accessible and equitable learning environments. Attendees will leave with a deep understanding of AI's role in education and the tangible benefits it offers for learners and educators alike.

Discover the transformative potential of Microsoft Copilot and Copilot with data protection in education during this conference session. Educators will gain insights into the basics of these AI technologies, learning how they can streamline content creation, foster creativity, and accelerate problem-solving processes in educational contexts. Through hands-on exploration, participants will engage with Copilot's features, designing prompts that support teaching and learning objectives while honing their ability to evaluate response quality and credibility. By the session's end, educators will be equipped with the skills and confidence to seamlessly integrate Copilot into their teaching practices, unlocking new possibilities for innovation, collaboration, and student engagement in the digital age.

Students thrive when we can spark their interests in learning through real world experiences! Field trips, or in person learning opportunities as I call them, can be a monumental way to address SEL and academics simultaneously. In this PD we will learn to make artifacts that make the 'paperwok' portion and tracking said paperwork a breeze! Google templates will be available for copy! Sharing is caring!

1.Learn to use Canva and Google Forms and Google Sheets to create Field Trip flyers that have a link to student registration which includes digital versions of the CPS Photo Release and CPS Digital Permission Slip. Parents get a digital receipt with the details automatically that populates in a spreadsheet you can easily track student registrations and share with colleagues!

2. Discuss the process of how to ask for Title 1 money for field trips including the CPS District form your building treasurer will need.

3. Get a brief introduction into the new CPS grant process for 2024-2025!

4.Discuss the process of securing transportation to field trips.

Come spend 60 minutes with the Screencastify team to learn innovate strategies that enhance instruction in the classroom, save you time, and allow students to access their learning with less obstacles. In addition to a specific focus on in-person tips and tactics, the session will introduce you to Screencastify's brand new World Language and Youtube for EDU capabilities, along with a tour of the second version of our Canvas integration.

Discover the transformative potential of AI education in this interactive session designed for educators and learners. Delve into the distinctions between traditional AI and generative AI, understanding their significance in today's world. Learn practical strategies for teaching learners to engage thoughtfully and responsibly with AI, fostering critical thinking and ethical decision-making. Explore prompt engineering as a means to empower learners to create with AI, and envision how AI can catalyze positive change, enabling learners to become empowered changemakers in their communities and beyond. Join us to unlock the power of AI education and shape a future where learners navigate, engage with, and harness AI for the greater good.

In this hands-on session, you will experience the design thinking process from a student's perspective, using MAD-learn. Explore engaging, low-prep design-thinking activities you can take back to your classroom and use immediately. Need hands-on, creative activities that promote critical thinking and problem-solving? We've got you covered with interactive lessons to introduce (or refresh) the design thinking process with your students.

In this hands-on session, participants will learn how coding apps and workforce skills are inherently connected. According to a CASEL report, 92 percent of businesses agree that SEL skills are equally or more important than technical skills, specifically problem-solving and communication. But experiences like building a mobile app can actually help develop, enhance, and augment these skills. Using the six-step design thinking process, educators will build their own apps and learn how piquing interest in computer science starting can lay the foundation for the vital and transferable skills students will need for their education careers and beyond.

You make the choice! Choose what type of learning adventures you want to build with Lumio’s game-based activities. See how easy it is to create and implement game-based activities to help introduce and review new concepts, and then utilize the activity dashboard to get insights into student learning.

Participants will engage in an immersive exploration aimed at uncovering and observing various methods to optimize instructional techniques utilizing Screencastify

Level up your formative assessment game with this session. Participants will delve into the myriad benefits of using Lumio as a formative assessment tool, exploring its intuitive interface and customizable features. Through hands-on activities and interactive demonstrations, educators will discover how Lumio enables them to seamlessly gauge student understanding, track progress, and adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs.