2025 Tech Tactics in Education Conference Agenda Announced

Registration is free for this fully virtual May 7 event, focused on "Thriving in the Age of AI" in K-12 and higher education.

  • By THE Journal Staff
  • 02/27/25

The conference agenda is now available for Tech Tactics in Education 2025: Thriving in the Age of AI. Brought to you by the producers of Campus Technology and THE Journal, the May 7th virtual event will convene K-12 and higher education technology leaders to explore the most important IT issues facing schools today.

This year's event will offer hands-on learning and interactive discussions in three topic tracks:

AI Across the Institution

  • Session 1 | Beyond the AI Hype: Research, Risk Assessment, and Real-World Implementation in K-12 Education
  • Session 2 | Bridging the Gap Between Pedagogy and AI: Strategies for Faculty Adoption
  • Session 3 | Blueprint for Responsible AI: Governance Strategies for Technology Leaders

Cybersecurity and Privacy in an AI-Powered World

  • Session 1 | AI-Augmented Threat Detection and Response in Zero Trust
  • Session 2 | Privacy, Intellectual Property, and Pedagogy in AI: Understanding the Policies Behind the Tools
  • Session 3 | Overcoming a Malware Attack: A Chief Technology Officer's Perspective

Developing Data-Informed Strategies to Enhance Student Success

  • Session 1 | Bridging Education and AI: Empowering Change Through Data-Driven Insights and Resilient Strategies
  • Session 2 | Considerations on a Holistic Approach to Data-Informed Decision-Making
  • Session 3 | Designing for Success: Leveraging Learning Frameworks and AI to Empower Students

The sessions will be led by distinguished speakers from institutions and organizations such as Winona State University, National University, SUNY Buffalo, Trinity Preparatory School of Florida, Rockingham County Schools, Common Sense Media, and more. Attendees will not only gain access to hands-on learning, practical tips, and strategic discussions, but also benefit from opportunities to network and share ideas with speakers and peers, all within the interactive virtual event platform.

"We are excited to bring the education IT community together to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence in K-12 and higher education," said Rhea Kelly, editor in chief of Campus Technology and THE Journal. "At Tech Tactics in Education, attendees can engage with thought leaders, gain practical strategies, and connect with peers — no matter where they are. It's a great place to share ideas, hone institutional strategies, and stay up-to-date on key topics."

Registration for Tech Tactics in Education 2025 is free. Sign up at techtacticsineducation.com/may2025.

Programming for Tech Tactics in Education is informed by an advisory board of education technology and IT leaders. Read more about the board members at techtacticsineducation.com/board.

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