As ShiftinEdu 2024 approaches, October 10th & 11th, my excitement is building for what promises to be our best event yet. Every year, ShiftinEdu brings together thought leaders, educators, and technology enthusiasts to explore the future of education, and this year is no different. With engaging keynotes, transformative sessions, and world-class catering, it’s shaping up to be an event you don’t want to miss.
Looking Forward to This Year’s Keynote Speakers
Our keynote speakers this year are set to inspire and challenge us with their unique perspectives on education, leadership, and the role of technology.
Dr. Jo Boaler will kick off Day 1 with her keynote titled Limitless Minds: How to Teach, Learn, and Live with a Limitless Approach. Drawing from recent scientific evidence, Dr. Boaler will explore how a limitless approach to learning and life can open pathways to higher, more equitable, and more enjoyable achievement for students. She’ll challenge us to think about how we can engage students in ways that increase equity, engagement, and success.
Dr. Yong Zhao will take the stage on Day 2 with his keynote Mass Personalization and Entrepreneurial Thinking: Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. Dr. Zhao will discuss how AI and technologies can be leveraged to personalize education, helping students reach their individual potential and become entrepreneurial thinkers. He’ll provide insights on why schools should focus on developing personalized learning paths for students, fostering a generation of problem solvers who create value for others and society.
Some Session Highlights
- The Project Approach: Actively Engaging and Empowering Learners (by Annie Gentithes)
Participants will learn about the Project Approach in early childhood education and how it supports active learning through student-driven projects.
- Designing Student Portfolios and Bonus Book Creation (by Dr. Monica Burns of Class Tech Tips)
How can students creatively share their learning? This session explores digital portfolios and the use of “bonus books” for additional learning.
- From Prompts to Pictures: Custom Illustrations with A.I. (by Tony Vincent of Learning in Hand and his twins, Ellie & Connor!)
Create stunning visuals with artificial intelligence. Discover free websites and apps for editing existing images, and explore the best sites for generating images from your prompts. Get practical ideas for using custom illustrations in your lessons and educational resources.
- Excellerating Discourse Development in Young Children (by Angie Schaal)
Vocabulary and content knowledge significantly impact academic success. This session focuses on strategies to improve discourse development in young children.
- The Project Approach: Actively Engaging and Empowering Learners (by Heather Greene)
This session delves into how educators can adopt project-based learning techniques to create more active and engaging classroom environments.
View the entire schedule.
Networking, Learning, and More
As always, ShiftinEdu is about more than just sessions—it’s about connecting with like-minded educators and thought leaders from around the world. With opportunities to network at every turn, this year’s event promises to create lasting connections that go far beyond the three days of the conference.
Be sure to take full advantage of everything the event has to offer. Whether you’re attending a breakout session, meeting up during a coffee break, or enjoying a meal, every moment at ShiftinEdu is an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.
Culinary Adventures Await: Thank you, Flik Independent School Dining
Of course, we all know that the content isn’t the only thing that makes ShiftinEdu special—the food is always a standout! This year, we’re excited to have Flik Independent School Dining as our exclusive caterer. Flik has gone all out to deliver an exceptional culinary experience, focusing on locally sourced ingredients and high-end quality.
Take a look at some of the highlights from last year’s menu to get a sense of what’s in store:
- Breakfast Empanadas with chorizo, eggs, and potato alongside vegetarian options like spinach and sweet potato.
- Bienvenido a Miami Lunch featuring Grilled Skirt Steak “Churrasco” with salsa criolla and herb-crusted halibut in lime mojo, paired with paella rice and fresh vegetables.
- At the evening reception, we had a Caja China Station with a slow-roasted local pig, sweet slider buns, and crunchy chicharron.
Expect this year’s meals to be just as memorable, with a focus on bold flavors and fresh ingredients. It’s more than just food—it’s an experience that fuels both body and mind for all the great conversations ahead.
Ready to Register?
If you haven’t registered yet, it’s not too late! Register here. Be sure to check out the full schedule here, and take a look at our incredible lineup of speakers here. I look forward to seeing you there!
