Blogs The countdown is on for ISTE Live 24, the premier edtech conference hosted by the International Society for Technology in Education in Denver, Colorado, from June 23rd to 26th. Whether you’re attending in person, joining the virtual experience, or simply keeping tabs on the latest edtech trends from afar, there’s something for everyone in this year’s conference buzz.
Hot Topics at ISTE 24
This year’s conference theme, “Venture into the Future of Learning,” reflects the ever-evolving landscape of education. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the hottest session topics for 2024:
- Artificial Intelligence in Education: Over 200 sessions are focused on how AI is revolutionizing teaching and learning, from personalized instruction to intelligent tutoring systems.
- Digital Equity and Inclusion: Topics addressing the digital divide, strategies for ensuring equitable access to technology, and culturally responsive teaching in digital spaces are resonating with educators.
- Social-Emotional Learning and Student Well-being: Sessions exploring how technology can support SEL initiatives, mental health awareness, and create inclusive classroom environments are in high demand.
- Practical Classroom Implementation: Hands-on workshops and sessions offering concrete strategies for incorporating technology effectively into daily teaching practices are always popular!
Teaching Channel’s Session: Bot or Not: AI Literacy for Future-Ready Students
Teaching Channel is thrilled to be hosting a poster session on a topic that’s top of mind for many educators: AI literacy.
| Join us on Tuesday, June 25th, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. in the Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 21. |
We’ll dive into the essential skills students need to understand, use, and critically evaluate AI. You’ll walk away with resources to empower your students to use AI tools responsibly while exploring the societal impact and ethical implications of AI. It’s all about preparing the next generation to thrive as informed digital citizens in an AI-powered world.
We invite you to stop by our poster session and say hello! We’d love to chat about AI literacy and hear about your experiences at the conference.
Look for the Butterfly Wings at Booth #2041!
If you’re exploring the Expo Hall, be sure to visit K12 Coalition and Teaching Channel at Booth #2041. Look for our butterfly wings logo, and stop by to learn more about our platform for video observations, feedback, and coaching. We’re celebrating our educator community by giving away a six-month subscription to our EMPOWER Video Library to one lucky winner who attends a Teaching Channel demopresentation at the booth.
Exciting News: ISTE Seal for Teaching Channel Courses
But even if you can’t make it to ISTE, you can still benefit from Teaching Channel’s commitment to high-quality learning experiences. We’re thrilled to announce that all of our continuing education courses have earned the prestigious ISTE Seal. This means our courses meet the highest standards for quality and relevance in education technology.
Can’t make it to Denver? Stay tuned to Teaching Channel’s social media channels for highlights and takeaways from ISTE Live ‘24. Be sure to follow us at @TeachingChannel on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
Let’s learn, connect, and transform education together!
About the Author
Sarah Murphy is the Evaluation Manager and a Professional Learning Specialist at Teaching Channel. She holds a B.A. in History and a Master’s in Education. Sarah began teaching in 2004 at the elementary level. She now leads Teaching Channel’s Evaluation Team, managing our wonderful team of Course Evaluators. Sarah is also a coursewriter and content creator, specializing in edtech, educator wellness, and content area teaching.
Fun fact: Sarah has camped in 18 national parks and hopes to visit all 63 someday!
