Dr. Jasminka Criley will be a speaker at the Fall CUE Conference in Sacramento.
“Crossing the Digital Divide: Bridging Education with Technology” is the theme of this year’s conference. Conference will be held at the Sacramento Convention Center from October 4th to October 6th, 2024. This conference is one of the key gatherings for educators and educational technology professionals who are passionate about advancing education through the effective use of technology.
Walk in the Shoes of A Detective & Solve an Authentic Medical Mystery
Dr Criley’s talk is titled: “Walk in the Shoes of A Detective & Solve an Authentic Medical Mystery”. Dr Criley will share her expertise and experience with creating engaging and effective educational technology and game-based learning. Her team’s innovative approach through Indelible Learning aims to inspire educators to think outside the box when designing and delivering learning experiences for students. This work was supported by competitive awards from the National Institutes of Health, National Institutes of General Medical Sciences.
Theme and Tracks for the CUE Fall 2024 Conference
The theme for this year’s conference “Crossing the Digital Divide: Bridging Education with Technology” emphasizes the importance of ensuring that all students, regardless of background, have access to the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in a digitally connected world. Conference attendees will explore how to close gaps in digital access: bridging education with technology. They will explore how to integrate innovative teaching methods to enhance learning experiences for diverse learners.
The Fall CUE 2024 conference will feature the following tracks:
- Innovative & Blended Learning Environments: Exploring creative teaching methods and hybrid learning models that merge traditional and digital teaching strategies to engage students and create flexible learning environments.
- Equity, Accessibility, and Learner-Centered Teaching: Addressing the needs of all learners by focusing on inclusive practices, accessibility, and methods to put student needs at the center of instruction.
- STEM & Computational Thinking: Highlighting the importance of STEM education, with a focus on problem-solving, critical thinking, and skills for the digital economy.
- Emerging Technologies and Future Trends in Education: Discussing new tools, platforms, and technological advancements that are shaping the future of education.
- Digital Citizenship & Online Safety: Teaching students how to navigate the digital world responsibly and safely, emphasizing the importance of digital literacy.
- Professional Development and Educator Wellbeing: Focusing on the growth and wellbeing of educators, providing strategies for managing the challenges of teaching in a tech-driven world while maintaining work-life balance.
Dr. Criley’s presentation will inspire with her talk in the Innovative & Blended Learning Environments track.
What is Fall CUE?
The Fall CUE Conference is a professional development event organized by CUE (Computer-Using Educators). CUE is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the integration of technology in education to transform the teaching and learning experience. The Fall CUE conference serves as a regional platform, providing educators with the tools and inspiration they need to adapt to the rapidly evolving educational landscape.
This event is aimed at K-12 educators, administrators, instructional coaches, TOSAs (Teachers on Special Assignment), adult educators, librarians, media specialists, IT, and EdTech professionals. It offers a diverse range of sessions tailored to those who want to stay informed about the latest educational technology, best practices, and innovative teaching strategies.
The Fall CUE Conference typically features keynote speakers, breakout sessions, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees can explore various topics such as digital learning, coding, game-based learning, project-based learning, artificial intelligence (AI), and more. The goal is to help educators enhance their skills and introduce new tools and ideas into their classrooms, creating more engaging and dynamic learning experiences for students.
Held annually in California, the Fall CUE Conference serves as a regional counterpart to the larger CUE National Conference (also known as Spring CUE). This makes it an excellent opportunity for educators to connect, share ideas, and stay updated on the latest trends and tools in educational technology, all within a focused and collaborative environment.
The CUE National Conference (Spring CUE)
The CUE National Conference, often referred to as Spring CUE, is one of the largest and most influential events in the field of educational technology. It is hosted by CUE (Computer-Using Educators) and designed for educators, administrators, technology coordinators, and education professionals who are seeking to integrate technology into their teaching practices and improve student outcomes.
Spring CUE attracts over 4,000 educators who gather to share insights and best practices in educational technology. It offers a broader stage for educators to discuss trends and explore new ways to use technology for teaching and learning. The conference is particularly valuable for educators who want to stay at the forefront of educational technology and bring innovative practices back to their schools or districts. It’s also a great place for those looking to build a professional learning network and exchange ideas with a like-minded community.
The next Spring CUE conference will be held from March 20-22, 2025, in Palm Springs, CA. It promises to be another engaging event where educators can explore the future of digital learning, share their expertise, and collaborate on transforming the educational experience for students across the globe.
Jasminka Vukanovic-Criley MD, FACP, FHM is a multiple award-winning physician, from cancer researcher, internal medicine physician, and Medical School Associate Clinical Professor to entrepreneur. She has mentored many undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students and faculty. She is the Principal Investigator on studies from the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Education creating research-driven #edtech games and digital media to improve health, civics, science education, and healthy habits. Dr Criley is also a founding Board member of Physician’s Weekly. She can be reached on X at @criley_md and at www.linkedin.com/in/jasminka-criley-md