Leadership Florida - NE/EC Region - Navigating AI Tech & Literacy

Emerging Trends: Navigating AI Technologies and Literacy in Education   

Northeast and East Central Region members and their guests are invited to step into the future of education for this free exclusive event! Embark on a thought-provoking journey with our panel of experts from the University of Florida, Lastinger Center, and Microsoft, including Nigel Newbutt, Ethan Fieldman, Phil Poekert, Markus Santoso, and Laylah Bulman. The panel will shed light on technologies like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, as well as literacy. The afternoon continues with a delightful selection of hors d'oeuvres, where you can mingle with pioneers in the field and experience groundbreaking reading and artificial intelligence demos through virtual and augmented reality. Conclude your experience with a leisurely tour of the iconic University of Florida stadium, making it a day to remember. 

Program Agenda:

1. Welcome & Introductions
2. Panel Discussion
3. Mix and Mingle with Light Refreshments
4. Optional Stadium Tour

Speakers: 

Name: Laylah Bulman
Affiliation: Microsoft  
Specialization: Creator of Minecraft’s Cyber, Artificial Intelligence, Coding, and Literacy Games  

Name: Nigel Newbutt
Affiliation: University of Florida 
Specialization: Autism, Virtual Reality, Immersive Technologies, Head-Mounted Display, ICT 

Name: Ethan Fieldman
Affiliation: Founder and CEO of Curio XR 
Specialization: Improving Learning Outcomes With Technology 

Name: Phil Poekert
Affiliation: Director of the Lastinger Center for Learning
Specialization: Literacy 

Name: Markus Santoso
Affiliation: University of Florida  
Specialization: Augmented and Virtual Reality, Wearable Technologies, NUI, UX/UI, and Serious-game Development