NCTIES2025

Explore innovative ways to infuse creativity into your teaching. Learn to design engaging lessons using storytelling, role-playing, and arts integration. Discover techniques to foster a creative classroom culture that encourages curiosity, risk-taking, and collaboration.

Moore County Schools has established a local, mobile lab model to enhance science classes for middle schools across the district. See how this model works, explore a variety of lab equipment, and see lessons built for the new science standards in grades 6-8!

This hands-on session delves into the fascinating world of prompt engineering, offering participants the opportunity to discover how to craft effective prompts that maximize Copilot’s capabilities.

Participants will be immersed in live demonstrations showcasing Copilot’s responses to various types of prompts. These demonstrations will highlight how slight changes in wording can significantly impact the quality of responses, providing valuable insights into the nuances of prompt engineering.

The workshop is structured to foster collaboration and practical learning. Participants will work in small groups to create prompts tailored to different scenarios, ranging from educational content creation to complex problem-solving tasks. Each group will present their prompts and receive constructive feedback, enabling them to refine and optimize their prompts to ensure they are clear, concise, and effective.

Beyond technical skills, this workshop aims to empower educators to bring innovative solutions back to their classrooms. By integrating collaborative techniques and activities, participants will learn how to foster a culture of innovation and teamwork within their educational environments. The skills and knowledge gained from this workshop will not only enhance participants’ interactions with AI but also inspire them to harness the full potential of Microsoft Copilot in their educational endeavors.

Are you new to Follett's Destiny program and seeking to manage your collection and patron base? Join us for an informative session where you'll learn the fundamentals of adding and removing titles, generating reports, and circulating materials efficiently.

We will also cover the setup of check-in and check-out stations. If time permits, we’ll discuss how to configure your system to automatically email overdue notifications to homeroom teachers.

In the festive spirit of Mardi Gras, this session will show how Online Catawba Teachers celebrate family involvement in virtual learning, turning the digital classroom into a lively parade of engagement and connection. Session participants will learn how to bring the excitement and togetherness of Mardi Gras into their communication strategies, engaging both students and their families in creative and meaningful ways.
Presenters will lead participants through a series of proven techniques that help personalize communication—just like selecting the perfect mask for a Mardi Gras ball—ensuring that every family feels seen, heard, and valued. In addition, they will share innovative ideas for virtual activities that create a sense of community and celebration, allowing families to connect with one another as they navigate the school year.
The session will culminate with a collaborative discussion, Mardi Gras-inspired engaging conversation, where participants will learn to weave together communication and creativity, fostering connections that last long after the virtual classroom doors close. This session is designed to ensure families and students alike are part of the "Family TIES"—united, engaged, and ready to learn!

Discover your inner rockstar teacher in this engaging session! Take a Buzzfeed-style quiz to uncover your teaching persona and match it with AI tools like Curipod, Snorkl, and Brisk Extension. Whether you’re experimental like Queen or structured like The Beatles, learn how to harness AI to amplify engagement, creativity, and student learning outcomes in your classroom. Walk away with actionable insights and strategies for immediate implementation, making your lessons more dynamic and impactful!

Got Micro:bit? Challenge yourself in this hands-on session. Program Micro:bit sensors to collect sound, light, and temperature data, then analyze the results in Micro:bit generated charts and graphs. Examine pre-collected data to predict environmental conditions and interpret pre-written code. Leave prepared to challenge your students to think critically using advanced features of this affordable tool.

Join us for an engaging professional development session, "AI Parade: Unmasking Generative AI in the Classroom," where we will explore the exciting world of Generative AI and its transformative potential in middle school education. As educators, we are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance our teaching practices and engage our students. This session will provide you with the tools and knowledge to integrate Generative AI into your classroom effectively.

This smackdown session will feature 8 different active learning strategies that promote student engagement with the opportunity to share even more! Which active learning strategy will elevate to the top of your "Must Try This" list for the new school year?

Join us for an immersive session focused on enhancing your feedback strategies using innovative AI tools like Curipod, Snorkl, and SchoolAI. Educators will learn to engineer effective prompts that enable AI to deliver timely and relevant feedback to students. Engage in hands-on activities and simulate AI-generated feedback, empowering you to leverage these tools in your teaching. Leave with actionable insights and a clear plan to integrate AI into your feedback practices, ensuring your students receive the support they need to thrive.