NCED Connect Symposium 2025

In "Soaring to New Heights: AI-Powered Time Savers for Educators," participants will embark on a journey into the world of AI technologies designed to enhance teaching and save them precious time! Various AI platforms will be modeled for teachers and "plearn" time will be given for them to test out the platforms independently. Tasks cards will be used to guide their exploration. The Prompt Engineer Framework from the book "The AI Classroom" will also be showcased with time for participants to try it out.

  TAP, TAP, TAP, a few simple clicks, a video here and image there and top it off with an eBook.  It’s no telling what you’ll come across in your research journey when you’re in the midst of your project with EXPLORA!

As a leader, how do you build a culture of meaningful and engaging assessment in a school and/or district?  This session will provide participants with the fundamental elements of an assessment culture and the steps necessary to build a school/district-wide vision and culture of assessment.  This is a hands-on session where participants will leave with the beginnings of an action plan. 

The Pearson Assessment for Learning Suite (PALS) is a comprehensive portfolio of K–12 assessments to support educators, caregivers, and students in improving their educational outcomes. Our suite includes state standards-based measures for interim and formative purposes, skill-based screeners, and progress monitoring tools to support MTSS/RTI programs, and additional screeners for early literacy, dyslexia, and SEL/behavior. Together, as part of a system of assessments, they form powerful insights into the needs of students.  This session will provide an overview of key elements of PALS.  Participants will discover how PALS can seamlessly integrate into your instructional cycle, boost student growth and proficiency, and support each learner’s personalized learning journey.

Get ready to jazz up your teaching with a Mardi Gras-inspired exploration of AI tools that will transform your classroom!  See ways in which AI can inject new life into your literacy instruction.In this lively session, we'll unmask the power of AI tools like Brisk to enhance your teaching practice:Streamlining InstructionDiscover how AI can help you create engaging lesson plans and presentations effortlessly. Learn to use Brisk's Presentation Maker to craft visually appealing slideshows that captivate your students' attentionKing Cake of Feedback: Personalized Student SupportWe'll explore how Brisk's Targeted Feedback Generator can provide personalized, standards-aligned comments on student work in seconds, allowing you to give each student the royal treatment.Second Line of Time-Saving: Automating Routine TasksWe will demonstrate how AI can handle time-consuming tasks like grading and creating assessments. See how Brisk's Quiz Maker can generate tests and quizzes from various sources, freeing you up to focus on what matters most – your students. Data Analysis: Unveiling Student ProgressLearn to unmask student progress with AI-powered data analysis. We'll show you how Brisk can help collect and interpret student data quickly, allowing you to make informed decisions about instruction and support.

Discover the joy of personalized learning with Britannica School! Our interactive scavenger hunts will ignite curiosity, spark imagination, and tailor the learning experience to each student's unique needs and interests.

In this session, discover how AI can transform data management in education by quickly summarizing test scores, surveys, and school-wide metrics to provide actionable insights. We’ll dive into AI tools that simplify data analysis and inform instructional decisions, all while supporting the implementation of school-wide goals. This session will also cover essential practices for safeguarding student data, ensuring that insights are generated without compromising privacy. Join us to explore how AI can be a powerful ally in making data-driven decisions, all with safety and efficiency at the forefront.