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Beyond the AI Hype: Purposeful Pedagogy that Gets Results

Part of FETCPresented by Vicki Davis
Monday 12 January 2026·1:00 pm

Tired of AI tools that promise everything but deliver frustration? Join Vicki Davis, who achieved 100% AP Computer Science pass rates using AI-enhanced game-based learning, for a practical framework that works in any subject with standardized assessments. This session reveals how to use AI strategically—not as a replacement for teaching, but as a tool that amplifies proven pedagogical practices. You''ll see how game-based learning platforms, AI-responsive tutoring, and purposeful technology integration create engaging experiences while preparing students for high-stakes assessments. Learn how AI can personalize practice, provide immediate feedback, and identify learning gaps in real-time. See actual student work examples and assessment data showing improved engagement AND outcomes. Learn examples without tech that improve learning and keep relationships strong. You''ll explore practical strategies for balancing creativity with accountability, using AI to differentiate instruction while maintaining rigor, and creating learning experiences students love that also prepare them for success. This isn''t about choosing between fun and results—it''s about achieving both. Leave with a replicable framework, specific tool recommendations organized by subject area, implementation timelines, and assessment strategies that prove your methods work. Perfect for educators who want to innovate responsibly while meeting accountability demands.

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