Artificial Intelligence in Education is Focus of IgniteND Conference
Artificial Intelligence in Education is Focus of IgniteND Conference
Publish Date: 2026-04-30 08:44:00
Source Domain: www.newsdakota.com
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Conference Details: Valley City State University (VCSU) and the AI Institute for Teaching and Learning are collaborating with NDIT-EduTech to host the annual IgniteND conference on June 2-3 on the VCSU campus.
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Target Audience: The IgniteND conference is aimed primarily at K-12 teachers, education administrators, and technology leaders.
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Key Focus: This year’s conference centers on artificial intelligence (AI), providing strategies, professional credentials, and hands-on experiences to foster innovation in education across North Dakota.
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Workshops and Sessions: Attendees will engage in practical strategies and hands-on workshops focusing on AI, computer science, cybersecurity, student data, and essential digital skills. The event includes expert-led sessions and collaborative discussions designed to enhance teaching practices in classrooms and beyond.
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Professional Development: Participants can earn professional development credit hours through Valley City State University Distance and Continuing Education.
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Early Registration: Early-bird registration is available for a reduced rate of $50, thanks to a stipend provided by the VCSU AI Institute for Teaching and Learning.
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Featured Presentations:
- “Facing the AI Challenge” by Dr. Mark Hagerott: Explores how AI impacts attention, creativity, and decision-making in education, offering tools and insights to integrate AI in classrooms.
- “The Engagement Drop-off” by Dieumerci “DM” Christel: Demonstrates how AI can engage students, featuring a live AI-powered classroom game demo.
- Cybersecurity Training by Dr. Chuck Gardner: Presents a model for providing hands-on cybersecurity training to all North Dakota students, covering infrastructure, access, and funding.
