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Welcome to the 2025 Upstate Technology Conference!

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Wednesday, July 16
 

11:00am EDT

From Questions to Creations: Teaching Inquiry Skills to 2nd–5th Graders
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Empower young learners to become curious, independent researchers by mastering the art of teaching the inquiry process. In this hands-on, practical class, you’ll learn how to guide 2nd–5th graders through each step of the inquiry process—from formulating questions to presenting their findings. Explore a range of research resources tailored for young learners and gain access to a detailed, step-by-step instructional plan that ensures student success at each stage. Discover innovative ways to integrate instructional technology, helping students create engaging, polished final products that showcase their research. Perfect for educators who want to nurture curiosity, critical thinking, and research skills in their students!
X: @lauraglibrary
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Laura Griner

Other, Greenville County
My name is Laura Griner. I finished my eleventh year as the librarian at Armstrong Elementary School. This coming school year I will be heading back to middle school as the librarian at Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School.  Collaborating with teachers to help students with inquiry... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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12:15pm EDT

Beyond the Buzz: How AI Can Work for You (Not Replace You) in the Classroom
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
AI is more than just a buzzword, it’s a powerful tool that can enhance teaching, boost productivity, and support student differentiation. But how can educators use AI effectively and confidently without feeling overwhelmed? In this engaging session, we’ll debunk common AI myths and dive into practical, classroom-ready strategies for using tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini to streamline lesson planning, differentiate instruction, and reduce teacher workload. Through a live AI demonstration, you’ll see firsthand how AI can generate lesson ideas, scaffold instruction, and personalize student feedback. This session is designed for teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators looking for real-world, actionable strategies—no prior AI experience required! Walk away feeling empowered and confident in how AI can work for you, not replace you, in the classroom.
X: @EdTechCorey
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Corey Hagans

Other, University of South Carolina
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
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