Microsoft Education Booth - International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Convention 2023

International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) - We built & packed up the Microsoft Education booth for the IATSE Local 8.

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering educators to use technology to transform learning and teaching. ISTE provides resources, professional development, and standards to help educators integrate technology effectively in their classrooms. Their mission is to ensure that all students have access to transformative learning experiences that prepare them for the future.

ISTE Convention in Philadelphia 2023 (ISTE Live 23)

The ISTE Live 23 convention was held from June 25-28, 2023, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was one of the largest edtech conferences in the world, attracting over 17,500 attendees both in-person and virtually. The event featured more than 1,000 programs and sessions presented by global experts, covering topics such as AI, digital citizenship, equity, AR and VR, project-based learning, and reimagining the blended classroom setting.

⚡ Mainstage Presentations:
Speakers like Tyler James Williams, Joyce Abbott, Alie Ward, and Kevin Roose shared their insights and experiences.

⚡ Exhibitor Hall:
Over 1,100 companies showcased innovative edtech solutions.

⚡ ISTEverse and Discovery Museum:
Attendees could explore VR and AR experiences, gamification elements, and a VR wellness experience for mindfulness.

⚡ Networking Opportunities:
Attendees had access to the ISTE Live mobile app for program listings, wayfinding tips, and networking resources.

The convention provided a platform for educators, edtech industry leaders, and pioneers to come together, share ideas, and explore the best strategies for using technology in education.

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Microsoft Education

Microsoft Education is a comprehensive suite of tools and resources designed to support educators and students in leveraging technology for learning and teaching.

Microsoft 365 Education

⚡ Office 365 for Education:
Provides free access to Office tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Teams for students and educators.

⚡ Learning Accelerators:
Tools that help students practice and improve in core subjects like reading, writing, and math with immediate feedback.

⚡ AI Tools:
Includes Microsoft Copilot, which helps reduce administrative tasks, summarize topics, create content, and analyze data.

⚡ Security and Management:
Microsoft 365 Education offers cloud-based solutions for managing technology and ensuring cybersecurity across devices and classrooms.

Additional Resources

⚡ Reflect:
A tool that helps students express their emotions using illustrated and emoji-like representations.

⚡ Windows 11 for Education:
Tailored for digital learning with powerful tools for collaboration and creation in a secure environment.

⚡Accessibility Tools:
Built-in features to make the classroom more inclusive for all students.

⚡ Social and Emotional Learning:
Tools to help students navigate emotions and improve their learning experiences.

Mission

Microsoft Education aims to create equitable learning environments and help students succeed in the classroom and beyond by providing powerful, accessible, and secure tools.

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At ISTE Live 23 in Philadelphia, Microsoft Education had a significant presence with several exciting announcements and sessions.

Key Announcements and Sessions

⚡ AI in Education:
Microsoft showcased the potential of AI in transforming learning experiences. They presented sessions like "Unlocking AI’s Potential: Transform Learning Experiences and Prepare for the Future" and "AI in Education: Opportunities and Tools".

⚡Learning Accelerators:
Demonstrations on how to use Learning Accelerators to enhance lessons and motivate students.

⚡Microsoft Flip:
on how Flip can transform classrooms into fun and inclusive learning communities, powered by AI capabilities like Topic Copilot and Reading Coach.

⚡ Minecraft Education:
Showcased how Minecraft can be used to teach critical digital citizenship and cybersecurity skills.

⚡ AI Skills Initiative:
Announced a new initiative to help people and communities around the world learn how to harness the power of AI.

⚡Collaborations:
New collaborations with PowerSchool and Kahoot! to enable AI-powered experiences.

Hands-On Experience

Attendees had the opportunity to get hands-on experience with the latest Learning Accelerators, Minecraft worlds, and other educational innovations at the Microsoft booth.

Networking and Learning

The event provided numerous networking opportunities and learning sessions, allowing educators to connect, share ideas, and explore the best strategies for using technology in education.

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