DTAL Conference 2025

Remember the phrase, “There’s an app for that”? In today’s classroom, it’s more like “There’s an AI tool for that!” This fast-paced, hands-on session will introduce you to a variety of cutting-edge AI tools designed to streamline your workflow, spark creativity, and enhance student learning.

Discover how to use Canva’s Magic Studio to generate stunning visuals, QuestionWell to instantly create high-quality question sets, Quizizz to build quick formative assessments, and SchoolAI to provide personalized guided practice and tutoring for students. You’ll not only see each tool in action but also get the chance to explore them yourself and envision how they can elevate excellence in your own classroom.

Get ready to leave inspired, empowered, and Future Ready!

** Alyssa Faubion, aka Farmer Faubs, will also co present with me and Janet.

Elevate your Book Creator projects! Move beyond basic books by designing structured templates that guide student creativity while meeting learning objectives. In this interactive workshop, you'll explore design principles for effective templates, learn how to lock crucial components, and add multimedia prompts. We'll cover the essential workflows for sharing templates via links and within Book Creator libraries. Walk away with the skills and confidence to create and distribute templates that foster focused, creative student expression. This session is appropriate for all grade levels and subject areas. A features shared can be used on the free and paid account.

Take your Adobe Express skills to the next level in this advanced session focused on innovation and impact. Explore powerful strategies to boost creativity, engagement, and student achievement across content areas. Learn to integrate Express with other tools, amplify student voice, and streamline workflows. Create multilingual templates, modify PDFs, and design stunning presentations. Discover how generative AI can fuel imagination and innovation in your classroom. Participants will leave equipped with practical skills to support student creation, demonstration of learning, and meaningful digital expression—all while preparing learners for success in a connected, creative world.

Explore the creative potential of Adobe Express in this beginner session designed for educators. Learn foundational skills to confidently integrate this dynamic tool into your classroom, using customizable templates to spark student creativity and personalize learning. Discover how to guide students with intentional design while allowing room for expression. Dive into advanced strategies that transform templates into tools for reflection and exploration. Walk away with practical techniques to engage learners, foster deeper thinking, and prepare students for future success. Participants will learn to remix, create, and utilize templates for meaningful student-driven projects and demonstrations of learning.