Catalyst23 - MASSP

Catalyst 23

“We are in the midst of a painful transition, between an old world that is dying and a new one that is struggling to be born. Such shifts are inevitably fraught with danger. Yet for all their destructive potential, they are also full of possibility.” Jerome Roos, Fellow at the London School of Economics

Educators have a vital role to play in shaping the future of education within this digital revolution. However, to shape our future, we must understand it. And that future is happening now! Students are already engaging with “big data” and mobile technology while leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to personalize communication, learning and entertainment. Teachers’ and school administrators’ work is supported and enhanced by tools powered by AI, including early warning systems, spelling and grammar checks, adaptive testing, Alexa and Siri, search engines, and more. As a society we are not knee deep, but neck deep in AI, but we rarely take time to consider ways we can deepen our practice, expand its utility and raise awareness to avoid potential challenges it presents.

Catalyst23 will take participants “One Foot in the Future” to dream – and then to do something about it. Rather than feel overwhelmed by this, we hope it lights a path forward. Our keynote speaker, Will Richardson, will provoke, inspire, and nurture real optimism for the future. This powerful address will cover frameworks, tools, and lenses to help educators imagine what comes next.

Who Should Attend?

Building Leaders
District Leaders
Tech Directors/Media Center Specialists
Teacher Leaders

What Can You Expect at Catalyst23?

During Catalyst23, we’ll explore emerging new tools, mindsets, and practices that will build our imagination muscles and develop our collective ability to create a better future for schools. “One Foot in the Future” will motivate you to take action in your personal as well as professional life.

Cultivate a forward-looking mindset, anticipate future trends in education, and embrace positive disruption.
Engage in hands-on exercises to apply the skills of envisioning and prototyping innovative educational concepts (Design Fiction) for shaping future educational practices.
Develop approaches to engaging students as co-creators of their future as learners.
Explore practical strategies to foster a culture of innovation, adaptability, and positive disruption in your educational setting.
Network with educators to build meaningful relationships, inspire collective action towards positive disruption, and promote joy, optimism and enthusiasm toward the future of education.

Agenda-At-A-Glance:

SCECHs:

Attendees may earn up to 5 SCECHs upon approval from MDE

Location:

Macomb Community College South Campus
John Lewis Center
14500 Twelve Mile Rd.
Warren, MI 48088

MASSP Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made seven (7) calendar days or more in advance of the training date, will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made after this date, including no-shows, are nonrefundable. Registration fees may be transferred to another individual by contacting the MASSP office at (517) 327-5315.

In the event that MASSP must cancel a training due to unforeseen circumstances, including inclement weather, participants will be refunded the cost of registration or may credit the fee toward an upcoming training. MASSP does not assume responsibility for any additional costs, charges or expenses; to include, charges made for travel and lodging.