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9:15am EST

AI-Powered Tools for Enhancing Math Learning: Boosting Engagement Through Hybrid Tutoring, Goal Setting, and Parental Support LIMITED

Monday January 20, 2025 9:15am - 10:00am EST

Middle School, Room 101

This session introduces AI-based tools designed to enhance middle school math homework through goal-setting, motivation, and parental involvement. Attendees will explore the Smart Homework Project, which showcases tools co-designed with students and parents to provide personalized support, helping students stay on track and empowering parents to assist with challenging homework. Additionally, the session will feature the PLUS Tutors program, which originated from the Personalized Learning² (PL²) project aimed at bridging opportunity gaps in the Pittsburgh region through math tutoring. By partnering with local afterschool programs, PLUS Tutors successfully reached underserved communities and doubled student math learning during the pandemic. Now focused on in-school math tutoring, PLUS Tutors currently reaches nearly 3,000 middle school students with 300 remote tutors. Attendees will experience an interactive demonstration of these tools and learn practical strategies for fostering stronger connections between home and school; the session will also explore opportunities for school partnerships to implement these AI tools in educational settings.

Learning Objectives:
1. Understand how AI-based tools can enhance middle school math homework by integrating goal-setting, motivation, and parental involvement to improve student engagement and achievement.
2. Explore practical strategies for incorporating AI-supported tools into school settings, empowering teachers to track student progress and enabling parents to assist with challenging homework tasks.
3. Learn about the PLUS Tutors program and its impact on bridging opportunity gaps through math tutoring, and identify ways to form school partnerships to implement similar AI tools in underserved communities.

Speakers

Conrad Borchers

PhD Student, Carnegie Mellon University

Erin Gatz

Head of Partnerships, Carnegie Mellon University

Monday January 20, 2025 9:15am - 10:00am EST
Middle School, Room 101

Session, Engage & Connect

Company Carnegie Mellon University
Audience Middle School Educators (6-8, High School Educators (9-12, Administrators
Subject AI for All (SEL), Integrating AI into the Classroom, EdTech for Equity

10:15am EST

Elevate Language Learning: Integrating AI and Tech Tools in the World Language Classroom LIMITED

Monday January 20, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am EST

Middle School, Room 101

Transform Your Language Classroom: Embrace AI with Diffit, Flint AI, and more! This workshop will showcase how AI and technology can enhance language learning by offering personalized and engaging experiences. Discover practical applications of these tools to boost student participation, provide instant feedback, and facilitate interactive learning. Through lesson examples in Italian and French with English translations, participants will gain insights into creating a tech-savvy, dynamic language classroom. Learn time-saving tips to streamline your teaching workflow, from lesson planning to assessment. Join me to explore the future of language education and how you can harness the power of AI to inspire and motivate your students.

Objectives:
1. Educators will understand how to integrate AI applications and tech tools into their world language curriculum.
2. Educators will develop skills to utilize AI tools to personalize student learning and improve engagement.
3. Educators will acquire time-saving techniques for lesson planning and assessment using AI technology.

Speakers

Marina Buratti

Teacher, Sewickley Academy

Monday January 20, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am EST
Middle School, Room 101

Session, Engage and Connect

Audience High School Educators (9-12)
Subject Integrating AI into the Classroom

1:45pm EST

Empowering the Future Workforce LIMITED

Monday January 20, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm EST

Middle School, Room 101

The L.A.U.N.C.H. (Learn, Aspire, Understand, Navigate, Connect, Highlight) program, Neighborhood Learning Alliance, and STEM Coding Lab are teaming up to share innovative strategies for preparing students to enter the workforce. This collaborative presentation will focus on how career exploration, soft skill development, and breaking down barriers can empower students to thrive in their future careers. Attendees will hear inspiring success stories from past participants and gain practical insights to support students in navigating their pathways to success.

Learning Objectives:
1. Discover the impactful work of L.A.U.N.C.H., Neighborhood Learning Alliance, and STEM Coding Lab, as told through the experiences of program alumni.
2. Gain actionable strategies to equip students with critical skills for success in the growing technology-driven workforce.
3. Explore methods to address and overcome barriers that limit students’ access to career opportunities, fostering equitable pathways to success.

Speakers