2023 PRE EVENT COVERAGE
24-25th August, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, Melbourne Sure to be of interest to all educators is the topical breakout session titled ChatGPT: Education’s hero or villain? Facilitated by Open LMS Global Manager, Customer Value Design Jaslyn Hughes, this session will examine how educators can leverage AI to enhance student learning, while also discussing the tools available to educators when reviewing student assignments for AI-generated content. Free breakout seminars will provide upskilling opportunities, with a focus on new knowledge areas and special interests including diverse education needs and inclusion; maths; music and performing arts; sports; wellbeing; future forward libraries; EdTECH innovation; and tertiary ICT management. Throughout the conference, the Demo Stage is sure to be a hub of activity, allowing exhibitors to present their latest products and insights on how they can improve learning outcomes. Innovation Alley, a space dedicated to start-ups, will allow educators to explore new innovations, and keen investors an opportunity to find their next project!
Opportunities for Professional Development For educators, the event is widely recognised as an invaluable opportunity to earn hours of qualified professional development. In fact, by participating in EduTECH’s pre-event workshops, attendees can gain up to six hours of professional development. Over a full-day, workshops will be hosted by qualified trainers and offer a hands-on learning experience and the chance to explore innovative ideas and emerging practices in teaching and learning.
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These workshops include Computational Learning Adventures with Gary Stager; Building Esports into the Curriculum; Creating VR Learning Experiences; Rethinking STEM with LEGO Education; and Unlocking the power of Generative AI in Education with Grok Academy. Whether you are a teacher, administrator, or IT professional, these workshops offer targeted insights and practical skills to transform educational practices.
EduTECH prioritises networking Networking is another key focus of the conference, with EduTECH regarded as the single largest networking opportunity for educators in Australia. Attendees working across K to 12, tertiary professional development, and education infrastructure development will all have the opportunity to mingle and network while participating in this giant festival of education. To help promote a sense of community and encourage networking opportunities, dedicated networking sessions will be on offer, as well as facilitated meetings and even an app that enables matchmaking before, during, and after the event.
Additionally, EduTECH will be hosting a dedicated networking event, known as the EduPARTY, after the first day of the event. And the fun doesn’t end there. 2023 marks the return of the much-loved Gala Dinner featuring entertainment, a three-course meal as well as an engaging keynote speaker. The Ed-Innovation Celebration Gala Dinner will be hosted at the Forum by renowned comedian and TV personality Dave Hughes and will bring together education’s finest minds for an engaging and inspiring experience as well as an opportunity for attendees to celebrate and socialise.
Schools set to compete in esport tournament An exciting new addition will be introduced to the expo floor this year – a national esports tournament. Highlighting the positive impact esports can have on education, the tournament will feature schools from across Victoria as they battle it out to book their place to compete in State and National Finals at The FUSE Esports Festival on the Gold Coast in October. The tournament will be complemented by a preconference workshop, titled ‘Building Esports into the Curriculum’, led by MJ Raatz, head of department, digital technologies and business at Forest Lake State High School. The workshop will explore how to include esports across the
curriculum, using both online and offline gaming systems within the classroom. With reference to Australian Curriculum version 9, the workshop will look at how to embed these achievement standards into your planning. Participants will learn basic coaching principles, and learning resources so they can feel empowered to enhance their students’ learning by implementing esports into their own curriculum.
The event for everyone For anyone working in education, EduTECH 2023 is an unmissable opportunity to connect with industry colleagues and learn about the exciting innovations within the sector. By attending both the PreEvent Workshops and the Ed Innovation Celebration Gala Dinner in addition to the two-day conference, attendees can maximise their EduTECH experience and gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in education. Exhibitors and sponsors for EduTECH 2023 include Google for Education, Apple, Mircrosoft, Lenovo, Asus, HP, Samsung, Lego Education, Adobe, Honeywell, Grok Academy, ASI Solutions, Datacom, Vex Robotics, Zoom, and many others. EduTECH 2023 is supported by the Victorian Department of Education and Training, and Study Melbourne.
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