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“Forward ’26 was designed to bring together educators, leaders and students to think intentionally about the role of AI in education,” said Kristina Wambold, integrated educational technology coordinator at ESD 112. “The focus was on building shared understanding and thoughtful implementation across systems.”
Building on the success of the inaugural conference, organizers hope to establish Forward as an annual event where educators can explore emerging technologies with student learning at the center.
Read more in the ESD Newsroom: www.esd112.org/news/educators-explore-human-centered-ai-at-forward-26-conference/
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