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A.J. Juliani Professional Development

Presented by A.J. Juliani


A.J. Juliani is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author, educator, and one of the most sought-after speakers in education today. As a former Director of Learning and Innovation for Centennial School District and current instructor at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, Juliani brings a unique blend of practical classroom experience and cutting-edge thinking about what learning can and should look like in the modern era. Juliani's professional development offerings span keynotes, full-day workshops, and online programmes, all focused on helping educators create meaningful, engaging learning experiences that prepare students for an unpredictable future. His work encompasses project-based learning, design thinking, innovation in education, and most recently, the thoughtful integration of artificial intelligence in classrooms. His national multi-session virtual cohorts have helped educators across the country navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, approaching it as a tool for enhancing rather than replacing authentic learning. As the founder of Adaptable Learning (listed in the INC 5000 in 2021) and author of multiple bestselling books including 'Adaptable,' 'Empower,' 'Launch,' and 'The PBL Playbook,' Juliani has worked with over 100 different organisations, schools, and events. His high-energy, engaging presentation style is matched by deep substance, drawing on his experience as a classroom teacher, football coach, tech director, curriculum coordinator, and K–12 instructional coach. His professional development is designed to help educators and school leaders create and model adaptable practices that develop students' creative confidence and problem-solving abilities.

Key Takeaways

Project-based learning and design thinking implementation; Thoughtful AI integration in classrooms; Creating adaptable learning environments; Innovation strategies for schools and districts; Building student creative confidence and problem-solving skills

Evidence base: Research on project-based learning and design thinking in education; Emerging evidence on AI integration in K-12 classrooms; Innovation and adaptability frameworks for educational contexts

Presenter

A.J. Juliani

A.J. Juliani is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of 'Adaptable,' instructor at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, and former Director of Learning and Innovation for Centennial School District. He is the founder of Adaptable Learning (INC 5000 in 2021) and has worked with over 100 organisations, schools, and events on innovation and engagement in education.

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