Captivate students with storytelling! Explore how Edge Factor empowers educators at the ACTEAZ Summer Conference. Learn more & register today!
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Tucson, AZ, July 2, 2024:
The 49th annual ACTEAZ Summer Conference, a premier event for Career and Technical Education (CTE), is set to welcome Edge Factor, a leading platform that leverages storytelling to fuel student exploration of future careers. The conference takes place July 11-17, 2024, at the Hilton El Conquistador and Westin La Paloma Resorts in Tucson, Arizona, and Edge Factor promises to be a central attraction.
Larissa Hofman, Vice President of Edge Factor, takes the stage. Standing as a keynote speaker at the Guidance Counselor's Luncheon, Hofman will delve into the transformative power of storytelling in engaging students on their career journeys. Her insights will equip counselors with strategies to captivate students and empower them to explore future possibilities.
Hofman's involvement extends beyond the keynote. She will also lead two targeted workshops.
Partnering with Deb Reader from ACED, Hofman will demonstrate how counselors can utilize free, digitized middle school career exploration curriculums. This session equips counselors with practical tools to guide students in discovering their passions, developing crucial soft skills, and understanding in-demand careers within their communities.
Tailored specifically for school counselors, this workshop showcases how Edge Factor seamlessly aligns with existing curriculums, providing counselors with a valuable set of resources to deliver impactful career exploration programs for middle and high school students. The session highlights free resources like My Future AZ, Possible Futures Career Exploration Curriculum, and of course, Edge Factor itself.
Catering to learners of all ages, Edge Factor boasts an extensive library of career-focused multimedia content. Age-appropriate stories, gamified activities, and personalized learning paths create an engaging environment where students can explore diverse career options. Educators from kindergarten through high school can leverage the platform's free and premium memberships to supplement classroom learning and empower students to take ownership of their career exploration journeys.
The ACTEAZ Summer Conference, attracting over 6,000 attendees annually, is a cornerstone event for the CTE community. This year's theme, "The Power of Storytelling," underscores the growing recognition of storytelling as a powerful tool for career exploration. The conference offers a comprehensive program of professional development sessions, networking opportunities, and showcases the latest advancements in CTE technology.
Explore the ACTEAZ Summer Conference website for registration information and become part of this dynamic learning experience.
Discover how Edge Factor's storytelling-driven approach can empower your students to chart their own career paths. Visit their website to learn more about their resources for educators.