Nebraska Fall Ed Tech Conference 2026

In this session the following will be covered: Design and Edit: Utilize Canva for dynamic graphic overlays and iMovie for seamless green-screen compositing. Implement Low-Cost Workflows: Set up an affordable, scalable media production pipeline accessible to any school or athletic department. Foster Student Agency: Integrate media creation into CTE, tech, or multimedia classes to give students hands-on, real-world production experience.

Now in my 10th year of coaching robotics, I am still amazed at how many different career connections can be made to the skills required to build a robot. Come hear from students about how their participation has helped them grow in confidence and hone in on skill and career preferences as they consider life after high school.

AI-driven video observation gives teachers a faster path to reflection. By recording classroom practice and analyzing it with AI tools, educators can identify their own strengths and growth areas without waiting for a supervisor or mentor. This session shares concrete examples from teacher candidates who used quick, constructive feedback to sharpen their teaching. Attendees will leave with practical ideas for building video observation into their own teaching and schools supporting teacher growth.

Feeling overwhelmed by the new Nebraska Computer Science standards? Join this session to learn practical strategies for implementing effective CS curricula, engaging students, and leveraging valuable resources. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out, this session will provide you with the tools and knowledge to inspire the next generation of computer scientists.

How do we teach English well in the age of AI? This roundtable, based on our experiences at the Nebraska Writing Project's Advanced Institute on AI, invites participants into conversation about ethics, creativity, writing, and readings that can propel classroom discussion. Come explore thought-provoking questions and collaborative dialogue aimed at engaging AI critically while preserving the human heart as the center of the ELA classroom.

Drones offer far more than an exciting flight experience. In this session, discover how drones can be used to foster student engagement, develop problem-solving skills, and strengthen computational thinking across content areas. Through classroom examples, practical strategies, and lessons learned from implementation, participants will explore ways to move beyond simple flight activities and create meaningful learning experiences that encourage creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and real-world application.