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EVENT LOCATION: Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West Hotel, 3131 Campus Drive, Plymouth, MN (hotel website)
WEBSITE: https://www.minnstate.edu/cte-works-summit

THEME: Listening.
In a noisy world, listening is not passive - it’s an intentional act of leadership. Turn down the volume and tune in to the voices that matter most—the people we serve. Together, let’s amplify the power of listening to transform education, strengthen communities, and shape a more connected future for career and technical education in Minnesota.

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Network: IHG One Rewards Free WiFi
Password: MSPPM

Tuesday November 19, 2024 2:30pm - 3:20pm CST

Please bring your device to this interactive session.

This session provides CTE educators with an introduction to AI and its applications in the classroom. Participants will learn what AI is, explore real-world examples, and reflect on meaningful ways to integrate it within their unique teaching contexts. The session emphasizes the importance of purpose-driven AI use, engaging teachers and communities in the process to create ethical, inclusive environments. Through guided discussions and hands-on activities, educators will begin developing personalized AI implementation plans. By the end, they’ll be equipped to create meaningful connections between their content areas and AI.

What:

  • Learn: Understand what AI is, including its capabilities and potential applications within CTE classrooms.

  • Explore: Engage with real-world examples and applications of AI in CTE, spanning industries from healthcare to engineering, and how these tools can prepare students for future careers.

  • Reflect: Consider how AI integration could look within your specific teaching context, thinking through the needs of students, the available resources, and the ethical implications.

Why:

  • AI’s Dual Role: Recognize that AI, like any powerful tool, can support or hinder learning based on how it’s applied, underscoring the need for thoughtful integration.

  • Relevance to Industry: With AI shaping every industry, learning to use it is a critical life and career skill that will serve both students and educators.

  • Empowering Educators: This session provides strategies for creating AI integration plans grounded in purpose, community support, and teacher agency.

Through learning, exploring, and reflecting, participants will gain the skills to integrate AI in their programs, creating environments where all students are prepared for an technology driven futures.

Presenters
avatar for Alexandra Holter

Alexandra Holter

CS/CTE Coordinator, Bloomington Public Schools
Alexandra Holter is the Computer Science & Career and Technical Education  Coordinator, for Bloomington Public Schools in Bloomington, Minnesota. She has been a STEM educator for the past 16 years. Her career began in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she obtained her BA in History and a Master... Read More →
avatar for Jodi Bang

Jodi Bang

Digital Learning Specialist, Bloomington Public Schools - ISD 271
Personal Information:Proud mom of two boys ages 9 and 11 and a new puppy who is 5 months old.I love to hike and am participating in the MN State Park Hiking Club w/my kids.Professional Background:2nd year as Digital Learning Specialist for Kennedy High School5 years as Peer Coach... Read More →
Tuesday November 19, 2024 2:30pm - 3:20pm CST
Conference Room D (Main level)
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