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Academic Innovation Conference 2025

🌍🔎 Welcome to the 2025 Academic Innovation Conference! 🔎🌍

“Where in the World...?”

Welcome, education trailblazers, to a conference unlike any other—where we set out on a high-stakes global mission to transform our classrooms into communities for the future! 🌎✨

Just like the legendary Carmen Sandiego, our students are on an adventure—but instead of searching for stolen treasures, they are discovering knowledge, cultures, digital tools, and opportunities that prepare them to be true global citizens. The question is: How do we equip them with the tools to navigate and thrive in an ever-changing world? That’s where YOU come in!

Over the course of this conference, we’ll decode the mysteries of innovation, track down best practices from around the globe, and unlock the strategies that will empower our students to think critically, collaborate across cultures, and make meaningful contributions—no matter where their journey takes them.

So, grab your thinking caps and passports, because together, we are about to embark on an educational expedition that ensures our students do not just ask where in the world they belong—but boldly go out and shape it through citizenship.

The world is waiting—let’s go find it! 🌍✈️📚

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Wednesday, June 11
 

10:05am EDT

AI in the Classroom - Practical Applications
Wednesday June 11, 2025 10:05am - 11:05am EDT
"AI in the Classroom – Practical Applications" is a professional development session designed to equip educators with actionable strategies for integrating artificial intelligence into their teaching practices. This session will explore AI-powered tools that enhance lesson planning, personalize student learning, streamline grading, and support classroom management. Participants will engage in hands-on demonstrations and discussions on ethical considerations, practical implementation, and the future of AI in education. Whether new to AI or looking to expand its use, educators will leave with concrete ideas and resources to enrich their classrooms with AI-driven innovations.

Attendees will need to bring a device, such as a laptop.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Herron

Heather Herron

8th Grade Math Teacher, Swain County Schools, Swain Middle School
Heather Payne Herron is a passionate educator with 31 years of experience in Swain County Schools, North Carolina. Her career began at Swain County High School, where she spent 20 years teaching a wide range of science courses. She taught 8th grade Science at Swain Middle School for... Read More →
Wednesday June 11, 2025 10:05am - 11:05am EDT
Digital Citizenship RCOE Room 237 Reich College of Education Building, College Street, Boone, NC, USA

1:20pm EDT

Beyond Basics: Google's Digital Toolkit for Modern Educators
Wednesday June 11, 2025 1:20pm - 2:20pm EDT
In an era where digital literacy is as essential as traditional academics, educators at all grade levels need practical tools that enhance both teaching and learning experiences. This presentation explores Google's comprehensive ecosystem of tools, apps, and extensions specifically beneficial in educational settings. From time-tested classics like Google Classroom and Docs to cutting-edge AI-powered innovations, we'll examine how these resources can streamline administrative tasks, foster collaboration, differentiate instruction, and develop critical thinking skills. Attendees will discover practical applications for their specific grade levels and subject areas, with special attention to accessibility features, privacy considerations, and techniques for balancing technological integration with meaningful educational outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Herron

Heather Herron

8th Grade Math Teacher, Swain County Schools, Swain Middle School
Heather Payne Herron is a passionate educator with 31 years of experience in Swain County Schools, North Carolina. Her career began at Swain County High School, where she spent 20 years teaching a wide range of science courses. She taught 8th grade Science at Swain Middle School for... Read More →
Wednesday June 11, 2025 1:20pm - 2:20pm EDT
Digital Citizenship RCOE Room 237 Reich College of Education Building, College Street, Boone, NC, USA
 
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