Harnessing the Power of Digital Teaching with the Digital Learning Guidance
Panel or Facilitated discussion (60 minutes)
Christina Hyatt
(w/ Renee Collins, Francisco X Pinedo Jr.)
In this panel discussion, discover practical strategies to enhance your agency's digital presence and empower teachers, staff, and students. OTAN has launched the Digital Learning Guidance Canvas course, Facilitators' Guides with PowerPoints, video summaries, and Readers' Guides to accompany the Digital Learning Guidance document. Hear how the Digital Learning Guidance resources can help you unlock the power of digital learning at your site.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, AWD, ESL, PAA, STE, WFP
• CAT: DLE, DLF, DLM, EEA, OEA, SSS)
Room 04 and Online
Hybrid
EdTech & Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Demonstration (60 Minutes)
Karin de Varennes
EdTech & UDL complement one another providing equitable environments for all learners. How to do them both? Join this session for an interactive approach to creating a UDL lesson with technology in collaborative groups.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, AWD, ESL, PAA, STE, WFP
• CAT: EEA)
Room 07
In-person only
CampGPT Showcase
Demonstration (60 Minutes)
Rachel Riggs
In CampGPT, California adult educators collaborated in a hands-on, AI-focused learning experience. Join us to hear about their experience learning about the use of AI tools. What materials did they create using generative AI tools? What scary stories can they tell? Don't miss this chance to hear from your fellow educators about the potential and drawbacks of using AI in your practice.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, AWD, ESL, PAA, STE, WFP
• CAT: DLE)
Room 08 and Online
Presenter on Zoom
Mastering Canvas: Tips and Resources for Success
Panel or Facilitated discussion (60 minutes)
Chun Hee McMahon
(w/ Amalia Pizano, Yecsenia Delgado, Hannah Gandy)
Learn the ropes of a successful Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) implementation in your Adult Education Program. Our team will share practical tips, student resources, and teacher training materials acquired through their own Canvas transition. Join us for a concise session packed with insights to streamline your digital teaching experience and elevate your CTE program to new heights.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, AWD, ESL, PAA, STE, WFP
• CAT: CRR, DLE, DLF, DLM, EEA, OEA, PAC, SSS)
Room 09
In-person only
CommonLit! - What Every Academic (ABE & GED) Teacher Needs!
Demonstration (60 Minutes)
Rosa (Rosy) Leon Blanco
CommonLit is a highly effective and free online reading program. Since my integration of CommonLit in the class, students are increasing CASAS and GED scores!
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, AWD, ESL
• CAT: DLF, EEA, OEA)
Room 10 and Online
Presenter on Zoom
Navigating Resistance to Technology Implementation at East Side Adult Edu.
Panel or Facilitated discussion (60 minutes)
Maricel Manglicmot
(w/ Michelle Chuang, Michael Delaney)
In this presentation, the facilitators will describe a technology implementation project at East Side Adult Education. The three-part project includes Canvas support for teachers in all departments, a Canvas professional development course for ASE teachers who are unable to participate in meetings, and new ESL classes with blended learning approaches. Participants in this presentation will gain ideas on how to incorporate technology on their own campuses.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, ESL
• CAT: DLE, DLF, DLM, EEA, OEA, PAC)
Room 11 and Online
Hybrid
Revolutionize Data Driven Decision-Making with AI Tools
Follow-along Workshop (60 Minutes)
Matthew Rhoads
Using AI tools has resulted in the time required to make data-driven decisions to decrease dramatically. We will demo the Advanced Data Analysis tool within ChatGPT to outline how pertinent adult education data can be extracted and analyzed within this AI tool. Then, after the demonstration, we will discuss how AI can be utilized within decision-making scenarios teachers and school leaders experience to improve student outcomes and programs at our schools.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, AWD, ESL, PAA, STE, WFP
• CAT: EEA, PAC, SSS)
Room 12 and Online
Presenter on Zoom
Ensuring All Have Access
Panel or Facilitated discussion (60 minutes)
Geoff Belleau
(w/ Kristina Mattis)
A panel discussion. Focus on available connectivity programs and a discussion of how to engage and utilize the CA Digital Equity Plan.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, AWD
• CAT: DLM, EEA)
Room 13 and Online
Hybrid
Formative Assessments: Engaging Digital Tools for Adult Learners
Demonstration (60 Minutes)
Laura Waterman
(w/ Mariana Silva, Chris Vela Che)
How often do you check students’ comprehension of the material taught? This session delves into the transformative role of digital formative assessments in various types of instruction. Discover innovative approaches to lower the affective filter and enhance the educational experience for adult learners. Join us in an exploration of strategies at the intersection of technology and meaningful feedback to inform your instruction. Share insights and unlock the potential of formative assessments.
(AUD: TEA
• PGM: ABE, ESL
• CAT: OEA)
Room 18
In-person only
TDLS Tech Playground
Demonstration (60 Minutes)
Farzana Cassim
(w/ Penny Pearson)
Come visit the Tech Playground where you can play with some cool tech tools that you can use with others in the classroom, in the program, and at the school. Experience augmented and virtual reality in a safe and fun way. You can also stop by to recharge your devices and chat with others about using technology in the classroom and the adult education program. Try something new at the Tech Playground!
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA
• PGM: ABE, ASE, AWD, ESL, PAA, STE, WFP
• CAT: CRR, DLE, DLF, DLM, EEA, OEA, PAC, SSS)
Room 21
In-person only
