Bridging Pedagogy and Innovation: AI and Beyond

Innovate. Include. Inspire.

Welcome to the 8th annual NEXT (New Explorations in Teaching) conference, where faculty come together to explore cutting-edge topics, such as AI, life-long learning, and community engagement, and the ways they are shaping the future of education. This year, we invite you to join us for a dynamic exploration of " Bridging Pedagogy and Innovation: AI and Beyond."

Throughout the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in discussions, workshops, and presentations focused on supporting student learning, exploring the ways teaching and learning is changing, discover insights into how educators can help students flourish through student engagement, navigating the new ethical considerations inherent in AI adoption, and addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by the evolving educational landscape where AI and technological changes are omnipresent. 

As we focus on new explorations in teaching, we will also discuss creating inclusive and diverse learning environments, fostering deep and lifelong learning, nurturing a sense of belonging and engagement, NEXT is more than a conference—it's a movement towards a brighter, more inclusive future in education.

Join us for the NEXT Conference on November 1, 2024 as we explore the intersection of pedagogy and innovation in "The AI Classroom," and discover how embracing AI can empower educators to create dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking learning environments.