This introductory session equips early childhood educators with strategies to demystify artificial intelligence for young learners (K–2) using hands-on, relatable activities. Through interactive stations and unplugged lessons covering concepts like training data, pattern recognition, algorithms, and remixing, the workshop demonstrates how to foster critical thinking and digital literacy in early education. This session will be […]
During the workshop, you will gain hands-on experience transforming complex texts into engaging audio and video overviews, interactive mind maps, and differentiated study materials that help students identify key details and synthesize information.
This book study explores the book Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right with Our AI Future by Reid Hoffman and Greg Beato. Participants will explore how artificial intelligence can expand human potential, increase agency, and transform learning, work, and society when used intentionally and responsibly. The study consists of two live, virtual meetings and asynchronous […]
Ever given a worksheet a scenic drive to school and back without grading it? Same. What if we remixed those fill-in-the-blank recall quizzes into tasks students actually want to do? In this live Assessment Remix, we’ll turn a 3rd-grade worksheet into a multimodal, student-driven challenge using Adobe Express. Leave with the REMIX checklist, fresh examples, […]
New to the micro:bit? Meet this pocket-sized computer and its partner MakeCode, in a beginner-friendly session. We’ll discuss the basics of the micro:bit to get you comfortable to start following tutorials and making projects. This is an entry level workshop; no prior experience is needed. Topics that will be covered are: What is a micro:bit? […]
New to the micro:bit? This is a great beginner session! We’ll tour the buttons, sensors, display, and pins on the device, while introducing the key vocabulary you’ll hear throughout the rest of the series. This session is all about building familiarity and confidence —no prior knowledge required. This is an entry level workshop; no prior […]
Discover practical ways AI can help educators create more accessible and inclusive learning experiences for students with disabilities, multilingual learners, and students who benefit from additional support. Participants will explore tools and strategies for adapting materials, reducing barriers, and supporting student independence while keeping teacher judgment at the center. This session will be facilitated by […]
Learn how to turn the 25 tiny red LEDs into your canvas. Use block-based coding in MakeCode to make them light up, blink, and animate. This is an entry level workshop; no prior experience is needed. Topics that will be covered are: Code the 25 Red LEDs on the microbit Using block based coding via […]
Shake, tilt, and move! Discover how to program your micro:bit to respond to and collect data from movement. Level: Getting Comfortable – For participants who have completed some beginner activities and are ready to explore additional features. Topics that will be covered are: Learn about the accelerometer feature to respond to movement Collect data from […]
Join Nextech for the GenAI K-12 Teacher Fellows program. This gamified 12 week experience is designed to guide Indiana educators into exploring and using Generative AI for teaching, learning, and living. Educators will be guided through a series of gamified AI challenges within asynchronous two-week sprints to explore how AI tools can be used in […]
This session will introduce K-12 educators to vibe coding with Gemini features, empowering them to create dynamic and engaging learning experiences for their students. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore how to use simple prompts to generate interactive games, quizzes, drag-and-drop activities, and more. Walk away with practical skills and a ready-to-use resource for your […]
Build two quick, classroom-ready projects in one session: a door alarm and a conductivity tester. Simple to make and sure to get students excited. Level: Getting Comfortable – For participants who have completed some beginner activities and are ready to explore additional features.
