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Keynote sessions and workshops showcasing innovative strategies and insights

G2: Meet Your Co-Teacher Ai! Practical Strategies for Integrating AI into Your Classroom

January 23, 2026 1:15 PM-2:00 PM

Move beyond the hype and discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can become your practical co-teacher in the classroom. This engaging, fast-paced session demystifies AI tools and provides concrete strategies for leveraging them to enhance teaching and learning today. We’ll explore readily available AI platforms designed for educators, focusing on applications like personalized learning activities, differentiated instruction, assessment creation, and streamlining administrative tasks. Participants will engage in demonstrations and leave with actionable ideas and resources they can implement immediately to save time and boost student engagement, all while considering ethical implications.
Dr. Marsha Samuels

Teacher of AP Biology, Biology I & Forensic Science I South Plantation High

ACT Summit 2026, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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South Plantation High School Progress Learning Data Presentation

The presenters, Dr. Marsha Samuels and Kenia Brown will discuss the impact of Progress Learning on 10th grade student proficiency scores on the 2024-2025 Florida Biology 1 End-of-Course (EOC) and the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) ELA Reading PM3 in targeted Biology and English Language Arts courses.

The Impact of Progress Learning on English Language Learner Achievement

On February 5, 2025, the presenters, Dr. Marsha Samuels and Ms. Kenia Brown will discuss the impact of Progress Learning on English Language Learner achievement scores. The presentation will also discuss the impact of Progress Learning on teacher efficacy/performance.