The NETA Board is excited to welcome you to a dynamic learning experience on May 1-2, 2025, at the Younes Conference Center North in Kearney, Nebraska.
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Supporting multilingual learners effectively means providing scaffolds that enable all students to access grade-level content and meet high expectations—not simplifying or reducing the rigor of learning outcomes. Side-by-side texts are a powerful tool that allow educators to maintain grade-level standards while offering the necessary support for multilingual learners to succeed. Participants will see how to do this in Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace for EDU, and AI tools.
Instructional Technology Specialist, Tukwila School District
I am a teacher on special assignment that supports the learning and application of technology tools to support instruction in classrooms. People should speak to me about products that support instruction for large group and small group work. People should speak to me about hardware... Read More →
Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 12
This session will help educators learn how to craft effective prompts so that they can more efficiently utilize AI in the classroom. This session will provide educators with strategies to efficiently use AI for lesson planning, student engagement, assessment, and more—helping save time while enhancing outcomes while not sacrificing quality in created materials
This session explores the transformative power of assistive technology (AT) in creating inclusive, equitable classrooms for students with diverse learning needs. Participants will gain actionable insights into integrating innovative AT tools and strategies into their instructional practices, empowering all students, including those with visual impairments, to thrive academically and socially. By attending, educators will: 1. Learn how to evaluate and select AT tools that align with their students' needs and curriculum goals. 2. Discover innovative ways to incorporate AT into daily instruction, including practical examples of braille displays, screen readers, and voice recognition software. 3. Explore best practices for fostering collaboration between general educators, special educators, and families to implement AT successfully. Attendees will leave with a toolkit of resources and strategies to immediately enhance inclusivity and engagement in their schools or organizations. The session is designed to be interactive, incorporating case studies, live demonstrations, and opportunities for collaborative discussion to ensure participants can implement what they learn effectively.
Uncover the top features of Khanmigo that can simplify your daily tasks. From instant feedback mechanisms, generating quizzes and worksheets, to adaptive learning suggestions, see how this tool can transform your teaching approach.
Many teachers, especially in smaller school districts, have both teaching and coaching responsibilities that require planning and preparation. I will be showing colleagues ways in which they can utilize ChatGPT to help them save time in their extracurricular responsibilities.
Looking to create unique lessons in the blink of an eye? Need help responding to a parent without causing a headache for yourself? Sick and don't have time to make plans? Want to do all of this while freeing up more time for yourself? Attendees will learn new tech that can help them be more productive while keeping a level of professionalism that is expected.
Unlock the power of AI to create websites that are not only ADA-compliant but inclusive for all users. In this session, we’ll explore practical AI tools that make accessibility easier, faster, and more effective. Whether you're new to ADA compliance or looking to level up your skills, this session will empower you to build digital spaces that welcome everyone. We will learn about alt text for images, color combinations for readability, formatting suggestions for websites and more!
Coordinator of Library Services, Lincoln Public Schools
Joy Harvey works with a dynamic team of leaders to provide resources, support, and coaching that empower school librarians to deliver meaningful and effective instruction. Passionate about digital literacy, she played a key role in developing and implementing digital citizenship instruction... Read More →
Barriers to learning such as emotional challenges, socioeconomic inequities, disabilities, language barriers, and lack of access to resources—can significantly hinder student engagement and success in K-12 classrooms. This session explores how educators can address these obstacles by implementing UDL principles and leveraging EdTech tools to create more equitable and inclusive learning environments. Let’s break down barriers and build a future where all learners can succeed!
I m a Teaching & Learning Coordinator at ESU 10, where I work with teachers and administrators in the areas of Educational Technology and Blended Learning. Prior to that I was a math and science teacher for 21 years! I recently served on the Board of Directors for the Nebraska Educational... Read More →
