The sky IS falling
It has been about a year since ChatGPT came into our lives. Working in education, I have witnessed a rollercoaster of emotions regarding AI. On a daily basis, teachers are either super excited to try a new AI tool, or they rant about how it’s the end of the world. For teachers who want to […]
Countdown to FETC 2024
It’s that time of year again! The Future of Education Technology (FETC) is happening in Orlando, Florida next week. This is one of two conferences (ISTE being the other) that I try to attend every year. Each time I have come back with tools, resources, and strategies that I can implement immediately for my teachers […]
Empowering Tomorrow’s Tech Leaders: Annual Innov@te-CTEC by Career and Technical Education (CTE) introduces AI Hackathon powered by Miami EdTech
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, fostering the next generation of innovators is crucial. Recently, we took a bold step by spearheading a Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAPs) in Artificial Intelligence. The time is now to increase the number of RAPs as the talent crisis continues to persist and will continue to do so unless we […]
2023 CTE M-DCPS Pre-Apprenticeship Day
“Habit and imitation–there is nothing more perennial in us than these two. They are the source of all working, and all apprenticeship, of all practice, and all learning, in this world.” Thomas Carlyle Pre-Apprenticeship Day, hosted by CTE & M-DCPS, was a day filled with energy, enthusiasm, and over 400 eager students, all gathered to […]
2023 CSEdWeek Celebration
This CSEdWeek, Miami EdTech, CodeArt, CSTA Miami, FIU and Riders are hosting an all-day hackathon full of exciting talks, workshops and a keynote speaker! CS Ed Week is celebrated during the first week of December commemorating the contributions of students, teachers and partners in the field. Miami EdTech will be hosting and presenting so we […]
Bridging the Digital Divide with Hispanic Federation: Affordable Connectivity Program Advocacy Day
In an era where connectivity is more crucial than ever, ensuring affordable and accessible internet access has become a pressing concern. Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the Affordable Connectivity Program Advocacy Day hosted by the Hispanic Federation. This event shed light on the importance of bridging the digital divide and advocating for policies […]
eMerge Americas and Miami EdTech highlight local Champions with “Window into the Workforce” series
The world of work is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by technological advancements, changing attitudes, and global events. As we stand at the crossroads of innovation and employment, gaining a clear “Window into the Workforce” becomes crucial for professionals, business leaders, and policymakers alike. eMerge Americas, the premier global tech event, took the stage […]
Revolutionizing STEM Education: Miami EdTech and Riders.ai come together to democratize access to advanced Robotics and Coding
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, preparing students for the future is more critical than ever. Over the last two years, Miami EdTech and Riders.ai have partnered to bring an innovative, educational ESports League that not only offers students a thrilling competitive experience but also empowers them with advanced robotics and coding skills. Students have gained […]
A revved Up Summer : Unleashing the Future of STEAM with Electric Vehicles and Infento!
It’s hard to believe that Halloween is just around the corner! It feels like yesterday we were celebrating the success of the EV Evolution Camp led by Miami Dade College and powered by Infento- our Electric Vehicle STEAM Partner! Young adventurers aged 12-17 spent their summer break exploring the exciting world of electric vehicles (EVs). […]
Future Ready: STEM Talent that is Up Next!
This year Miami EdTech kicked off the summer by hiring 28 Junior Learning Engineers and Junior Web Developers through the Summer Youth Internship Program (SYIP) to support our programming and provide high quality feedback on our various initiatives. Throughout the 5-week internship, our interns developed and tested incoming initiatives, conducted quality assurance tests, connected and […]