Unleashing the Problem Solvers to Harness AI in Education
Seattle Convention Center - 607
The Problem Solvers (Greg Bagby and Victoria Thompson) are back, but this time it's AI. This presentation will explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in reshaping educational experiences and outcomes. The session will delve into practical, impactful ways AI is being used to solve real problems educators and students face. We will also look at strategies to help solve the "problem" of AI. Look at strategies for the lesson, use an AI, and techniques to use when you don't want students to use AI.
Session (50 Minute)
Artificial Intelligence
All Audiences
All levels
All Grade Levels
Presented by
Coordinator of Instructional Technology
Hamilton County Schools
Greg speaks nationally on many topics, including the meaningful adoption of AI in schools and recruiting and retaining your best teachers. He is the Coordinator of Instructional Technology for the Hamilton County Schools in Tennessee. In his past 30 years in education, he has served as a classroom teacher, building administrator, adjunct professor, and professional learning specialist. He was listed as one of the District Administration's top 100 influencers in Education for 2024. Greg also served on the 2024 National EdTech Plan Technical Working Group.
Education Strategist
CDW Education
Victoria Thompson, M.S. is an Education Strategist at CDW Education leading the Southeastern US. With experience as a former K-12 educator, instructional coach, and member of school district leadership in South Carolina and Washington state, and experience as an Education Industry Executive and Customer Success Account Manager at Microsoft Education, she is known for bringing enthusiasm and industry expertise to education and technology communities. She works alongside school leadership and technology professionals to bring viable strategy and business solutions to the forefront. In 2023 she won the title of one of the Top 10 Most Visionary Leaders in Education by CIO Look Magazine. Additionally, she was recently awarded the title of one of the top 30 K-12 IT influencers in 2021 by EdTech Magazine and one of the ISTE Top 20 to Watch in 2023. She is also the author of Elevate Equity in EdTech, an instructional book about bringing equitable solutions to K-12 environments via technology. She lives in Winter Garden, FL with her wife, Kourtney, and their dog, Ren.