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10:05am PDT

Building Empathy in Education: Embracing AI to Transform Perspectives on Learning Disabilities

Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT

Glacier, Westin

This workshop combines personal stories, neuroscience, and playful exploration to deepen our understanding of learning disabilities in math education. By leveraging AI, we gain insights that help us build empathy and shift our perspectives, viewing diverse learning needs as unique strengths. Discover how AI empowers educators to foster more inclusive, understanding-driven environments and offers new pathways for all students to connect with math on a meaningful level.

Speakers

Blake Mahovic

Blake Mahovic, a math and inclusive education expert in British Columbia, Canada, draws on personal experiences overcoming learning disabilities. Despite leaving high school math at 16, Blake achieved a First-Class Honours degree in mathematics. Now, he empowers students and teachers... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2024 10:05am - 11:20am PDT
Glacier, Westin 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

K-12, AI, Inclusive | Primary, AI, Inclusive | Intermediate, AI, Inclusive | Middle, AI, Inclusive | Secondary, AI, Inclusive