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Full-Throttle Future: Racing Toward Durable Skills in Every Classroom
Wednesday June 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
E105
Course Description: In the fast lane of technology, tools and trends change at breakneck speed—but durable skills are the turbocharged engine that keeps students in the race for the long haul. Critical thinking, adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving aren’t just pit stops; they’re the essential parts of a high-performance learning experience.
This session will help educators design race-ready classrooms where durable skills fuel every lesson. We’ll explore how technology can be used as the dashboard, not the driver—enhancing student resilience, creativity, and teamwork while avoiding tech over-reliance. Get ready to fine-tune your teaching strategies and ensure students have the skills to stay ahead of the curve, no matter how the track twists and turns!

🏁 Key Pit Stops (Session Takeaways):
🚦 Critical Thinking Turbo Boost – Teaching students to analyze, question, and refine their ideas using tech tools.
🛠 Collaboration Pit Crew – Building teamwork and communication in digital and in-person settings.
🔄 Adaptability Drift Control – Helping students navigate challenges and setbacks with flexibility.
🏆 Problem-Solving Powertrain – Designing real-world challenges that turn students into active problem solvers.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Judkins

Melissa Judkins

FCS Teacher, EdTech Coach, and Instructional Coach, Weber School District
Melissa Judkins was born in Ogden, Utah, and grew up in North Ogden, Utah. She attended Utah State University where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Science Education. Upon graduation, she started teaching at Wahlquist Junior High in Weber School District... Read More →

Wednesday June 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
E105
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