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6th annual Education Exchange coming to Sydney March 23-26

Every day, I’m inspired by educators who innovate in the classroom to provide the best learning opportunities for their students and by leaders who continue to pursue new ways to expand access for all, adopt technology and grow economies through education.

Building on the momentum from a fantastic event in Paris earlier this year, today, live from EduTech in Sydney, Australia, I am thrilled to announce that we are hosting our 6th annual Education Exchange (E2) down under for the very first time—in Sydney, March 23-26, 2020.

Bringing the event to Australia allows us to highlight the incredible innovations in education happening across the country, while showcasing how the education system is taking proactive steps to provide technology access to students from the cities to the outback. When I think of the best examples of leaders supporting education and educators doing amazing things in the classroom, those in Australia often come to mind. Microsoft is extremely proud to partner with this system that, according to OECD, is one of the highest performers in education.

With a core focus on computer science, STEM and Minecraft: Education Edition as well as productivity tools, Teams and Artificial Intelligence, schools across the nation are encouraged to dream big and expect more. They leverage technology to achieve more and strive for equity and inclusion. As a nod to their excellence, I see no better place to host Microsoft’s E2 | Education Exchange in 2020.

“I cannot wait to see the amazing achievements of Education leaders from across the world on our shores next year,” said Steven Worrall, Area Vice President, Microsoft Australia.

If you’re not familiar with E2, the event brings together selected Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts to immerse themselves in what many prior attendees have called a “life changing experience.” E2 inspires educators from around the world by offering them the chance to work through problems and collaborate on projects with peers who are equally enthusiastic and ambitious in their use of technology for learning.

Leaders will come together and participate in hands-on workshops and discussions on key topics surrounding education transformation, skilling and technology to help transform today’s teaching systems into learning organizations. They will also gain fresh insight into technology for teaching, learning and administration and share proven strategies to drive more effective learning outcomes across their systems.

Save the date for live, online events during E2 

E2 features a number of renowned speakers and education changemakers, so we want to make sure all our audiences around the world can watch live from their homes or schools. To support this, many of the plenary session keynotes will be streamed live on the Microsoft Education Facebook page. Details will be announced on the Microsoft Education Facebook page and on the Microsoft Education Blog as we get closer to the event.

Become a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert

We invite all educators to join the Microsoft Educator Community—there you’ll find on-demand professional development and training courses that can lead you to your certification as a Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE). After becoming an MIE, you can continue your journey towards becoming a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIEE). Nominations are open from April 15, 2019 through July 15, 2019, and you can apply here.

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Microsoft backs women tech entrepreneurs with global expansion of IdeaGen and Women in Cloud

Since its formation two years ago, Women in Cloud, a community-led initiative built to empower women-led technology businesses to drive growth through cloud solutions and services, has become a leading community and resource for women innovators all over the world. A key initiative within the Women in Cloud community is the Microsoft Cloud Accelerator Program, an immersive 6-month program designed to help women-led companies start and build their businesses through Microsoft and its cloud distribution channels.

Today, as we kick-off the second accelerator cohort of women entrepreneurs in the greater Seattle area, I’m proud to announce that Microsoft, in partnership with IdeaGen and Women in Cloud, will extend the reach of its Accelerators to eight additional countries, with programs planned for: Canada, France, Germany, India, Kenya, South Africa, the UAE and the UK. The program will also expand within the United States with a cohort in New York City launching September 2019 with another to launch in Chicago later in Fall 2019.

This scale will provide women-owned technology companies all around the world with access to the cloud, mentorship, networking communities and resources to bring women-led innovations to market. Through a multi-million-dollar, multi-year investment from Microsoft, it is our goal that with this expansion and continued scaling, this program can help generate $1B in cloud opportunity by providing accessible cloud technology to more than 1,000 women-led tech companies over the investment period, enabling them to scale their businesses for sustainable economic growth in all corners of the world.

We’re excited to build on the program’s previous success. To date, the Women in Cloud Accelerator has provided opportunities to 30 women-owned companies (12 Seattle area participants in the first cohort), accelerating businesses such as Stylyze, Meylah, Genneve Health, and Automaton, while developing more than $30M of Cloud pipeline at its start.

Since launching Microsoft for Startups, Microsoft’s vision has been to deliver access to transformational technologies like cloud and AI and go-to-market and community benefits that help startups grow their customer and revenue base. As a part of that commitment, we support the acceleration of opportunities for diverse and underrepresented startups and entrepreneurs in a myriad of ways such as partnerships with groups like Backstage Capital, Black and Brown Founders, The Riveter, and WTIA’s Founder Cohort Program, as well as launched programs like M12’s Female Founders Competition.

As a woman and a leader at Microsoft, I’m proud of these initiatives, many of which have been established and are supported by women leaders within our organization. I am encouraged by our continued commitment to providing inspiration and mentorship for both women in tech and those just starting to develop interest in the industry. While there remains much to do, we at Microsoft believe that we will only be able to address our toughest technology challenges when we embrace diverse perspectives. To build this diversity, it’s critical to have a varied partner ecosystem and one that actively supports women entrepreneurs.

We can’t wait to see what innovation this partnership will foster – members of women-led companies are encouraged to apply here. We are currently accepting applications for our Chicago cohort, and will be opening applications for our global cohorts soon.

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Empowering clinicians with mobile health data: right info, right place, right time

Improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs depends on healthcare providers such as doctors, nurses, and specialized clinician ability to access a wide range of data at the point of patient care in the form of health records, lab results, and protocols. Tactuum, a Microsoft partner, provides the Quris solution that empowers clinicians with access to the right information, the right place, at the right time, enabling them to do their jobs efficiently and with less room for error.

The Azure platform offers a wealth of services for partners to enhance, extend, and build industry solutions. Here we describe how one Microsoft partner uses Azure to solve a unique problem.

Information fragmentation results in poor quality of care

A patient is brought into the emergency department with a deep cut to the leg. The wound is several days old and the patient is exhibiting symptoms of illness, perhaps infection. As a clinician, you know the hospital has a clear protocol for wound management and possible infections. Do you know where to find this information quickly? Is it on a wiki, internal website, or on paper in a binder? Lastly, is it current? Finding the right information in these conditions can be time-consuming and stressful. Or worse, it could be inaccurate and out of date.

In many healthcare provider organizations today, information is fragmented between electronic health records (EHR), on-line third-party sites, intranet sites, and on paper. Additionally, some information may be on secured sites, not visible to everyone and data disappears if it’s unavailable offline. This situation can be detrimental to the quality of patient care because critical data is available too late or not at all. Even with internet access, the wrong information may come from a search engine. So aside from the logistical challenges of making data available, it’s important to ensure that only the right information is found. So, the enduring challenge is getting the right information to the right person, in the right place, and at the right time.

The searchability cost of file systems

Even a facility with modern IT resources such as computers, tablets, or specialized instruments presents obstacles in the search for information. Users must navigate through the network and tunnel into folders, backtracking if they are wrong. Some folders may not be available to everyone or require asking for permission when time is of the essence. Websites and apps may also require authorization. So what happens if a device is offline? Computer systems present their own hurdles to quick access.

Solution

The challenge has become a problem-to-solve for one Microsoft partner, Tactuum, who created the Quris Clinical Companion. Working with some leading hospitals, including the University of Washington and the University of Michigan, they are solving the problem for healthcare. From the Tactuum website comes this description:

“Our flagship product allows organizations to push out to staff, in real-time, the latest guidelines, protocols, algorithms, calculators and clinical handbooks. Put your existing clinical resources into clinicians’ hands right now and know that they’re using the latest and most up-to-date information.”

Tactuum has a few notable goals:

  • Right information: The content is vetted, with security safeguards. The content is easy to use, and data consumption insights are provided.
  • Right place: Available where you need it through mobile devices, workstations, and EHR systems.
  • Right time: Available on and offline. When online, real-time updates become possible.
  • Right cost: Minimal IT involvement, low maintenance, and no paper or printing required.

The graphic below illustrates the components and workflow of the system.

Infographic for Clinical Kowledge Manager (CKM)

Benefits

  • Improve quality of care due to more effective decision-making (quicker and more reliable).
  • Save money on printing requirements, easier maintenance, and streamlined distribution.
  • Innovation through powerful data and analytics.

The solution supports improving patient outcomes with critical information at the point of patient care, saving both time and money. Here’s one example, according to a registered nurse and Quris user at Airlift Northwest in Seattle:

“Time savings has been immeasurable. In the past it was required to have a workgroup of staff, educators, and medical directors to review and update the hardcopy “Bluebook.” This was very expensive and required significant time. Now, a smaller group reviews policies and resources, does updates, and uploads it directly to the organization’s server for immediate use.”

Azure services

The Microsoft Azure worldwide presence and extensive compliance portfolio provide the backbone of the Quris solution, including the following key services:

  • Web Apps: Supports Windows and Linux
  • Blob Storage: Multiple blob types, hot, cool, and archive tiers
  • Azure Active Directory: Identity services that work with your on-premises, cloud, or hybrid environment
  • Azure SQL Database: Unmatched scale and high availability for compute and storage
  • Xamarin: Connects apps to enterprise systems, in the cloud or on premises

Next steps

To see more about Azure in the healthcare industry see Azure for health.

Go to the Azure Marketplace listing for Quris and select Contact me.

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How AI is helping elephants, orcas and other species

Elephants used to wander freely across Asia. Today, they roam through a fraction of the landthey used to. As the human population grows, Asian elephant habitat continues to shrink. In Africa, the story isn’t much brighter: In addition to dwindling habitat, the African elephant contends with an illegal ivory trade that kills more than 20,000 elephants a year. Conservationists and researchers are doing all they can. But with fewer than 500,000 elephants left worldwide, time is running out. 
 
That’s where programs like AI for Earth come in.  
 
AI for Earth grants are awarded to projects that change the way people and organizations monitor, model and, ultimately, manage Earth’s natural systems.  
 
More than 300 grants have been given to projects in 60 countries. That’s good news for elephants — and other animals, too. See how researchers, conservationists and scientists are using Microsoft’s cloud and AI tools to understand diverse species and safeguard vulnerable animals.  

Elephants

elephants in the wild
Larry Li from Unsplash.com

Organizations like Conservation Metrics (with the Elephant Listening Project) use AI-enabled tools to help ensure a better future for the elephants. To monitor and predict poaching threats, Conservation Metrics and the Elephant Listening Project use acoustic surveys, and Save the Elephants relies on GPS tracking collars.   

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Registration now open for Girls Make Games summer camp

Launched in 2014, Girls Make Games provides a service that’s near and dear to our hearts here at Xbox: inspiring the next generation of designers, creators, and engineers to change the world. As an organization, Girls Make Games aims to increase gender diversity in the both the video game industry and in STEM fields. To that end, the team offers a series of summer camps, workshops and game jams that have reached over 6,000 girls in 52 cities worldwide, and they’re growing every year.

We are very proud to have been supporting them from the start, and we’re even more excited to share that we’ll be hosting another camp on the Xbox campus this summer.  The camp will run from July 8 to July 26 and will allow girls 8-17 to learn about designing, programming, and pitching their own video games. The Girls Make Games team says the camp’s attendees “will work in teams to create fully functional games while meeting and interacting with video game industry professionals in the region.”

Girls Make Games Summer Camp

Girls Make Games Summer Camp

We’re also happy to announce that there will be scholarship and financial aid opportunities for summer camp participants. During the camp, attendees will learn about the many different roles that bring a video game to life, including Game Design, Game Art, Level Design, Narrative Design, Audio Engineering, and Game Music. We’ll also be partnering with our neighbors at Nintendo with shared activities for girls attending either the Xbox and Nintendo camps.

So, if your daughter, niece, neighbor, or friend is interested in attending the Girls Make Games summer camp here in Redmond or at any of the other camps nationwide, check out the Girls Make Games website to register or learn more information.

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Skype launches screen sharing on Android and iOS mobile devices

Skype has always been the easiest way to share your screen with others, and now we’re taking one of our most popular features on the go. Starting today, we’re launching screen sharing on Android and iOS—along with multiple improvements to our mobile calling experience.

Image illustrating the steps for screen sharing in Skype. The user taps ellipses icon on the lower right, then share screen, then start broadcast when prompted.

Whether you have a last-minute meeting on the go, or your dad doesn’t know how to use his phone—screen sharing on Android and iOS lets you get it done from anywhere. Maybe you want to shop online with your best friends, or you need to collaborate with someone on the other side of the world from the comfort of your couch—no need to drag out the laptop! Simply start a Skype call, tap the brand new “…” menu, and start sharing your screen.

Speaking of brand new, Skype’s mobile calling redesign streamlines and simplifies the video call. A single tap will dismiss the call controls and let you fully experience the most essential Skype feature—a video call without any obstructions. Want to make it even cleaner? Try a double tap to remove it all. A single tap brings all the controls back, with everything you need the most at the front and center.

We added everything else into the newly redesigned “…” menu. This new menu allows you to access all our useful features, like screen sharing, call recording, and subtitles—all while keeping your video call simple and clutter free.

We’re proud to release these updates to our mobile calling experience, enabling everyone to get more done, from anywhere. Screen sharing on mobile is available on the latest version of Skype on Android and iOS devices running iOS 12 and up.

To learn more about screen sharing, and our new mobile redesign, read our support article. We also love to hear from you on the Skype Community, where millions of Skype users have registered to share their expertise, feedback, and Skype stories.

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See Minecraft Earth in action

Over the years, Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference has showcased plenty of creativity and innovative new technology. But has it ever played host to muddy pigs, chickens raining from the sky, or a very tiny Lydia Winters? The answer, of course, is a resounding “muddy-what-now?”, which is why we’re so excited about this year’s WWDC!

So what exactly happened today? We gave you the first-ever look at Minecraft Earth in action! This brand new mobile game, bringing the world of Minecraft into our own universe through the almost-magic of augmented reality, was announced on May 17. Since then, speculation about how it actually works has been running wild in the community. How can you interact with your builds? Will the game feature the fan-favourite, coarse dirt block? And if my real-life out-of-control dog runs right into my beautiful new Minecraft house, will it collapse?

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6 British artists throw the (Surface) Book at life’s everyday problems

According to the old English proverb, “necessity is the mother of invention”. This roughly means that some problems are so big and obvious that people will inevitably create solutions for them – the need to communicate resulted in phones, the desire to stay dry led to umbrellas, shoes prevented feet from getting sore.

But what about those everyday problems that don’t have clear solutions? How do you see over tall people at a concert? How do you know when to add more suntan lotion during those summer trips to the beach? How do you stop bumping into people in a busy street?

With the brightest minds in the world apparently stumped, Microsoft decided to take up the challenge and try to solve these everyday issues for the benefit of people everywhere.

The company enlisted the help of Dominic Wilcox, an inventor, artist and designer, and five creative experts, who were each given a Surface Book 2 and asked to create solutions to common problems.

Hattie Newman, a paper artist, wanted to help people spend time away from their mobile phones. She designed a small dog house for your phone that would block its signal, leaving the owner free to enjoy other hobbies without being disturbed by text messages, phone calls or social media updates.

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Dominic Wilcox, inventor, works on a Surface Book 2 in his London studio

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Dominic Wilcox

Twin sisters Eva and Marta Yarza, who run The Yarza Twins design studio, wanted to help people know when to apply more suntan lotion. The answer? Sun cream that changes colour – when it turns blue, it’s time to add more.

Tom O’Meara, an animator, tackled a problem that most people have faced – forgetting to water your plants. His idea was a plant pot with legs, which would run to find water when the plant was thirsty.

Finally, illustrator Gaurab Thakali thought of a unique way of blocking out background noise in the office and helping people to focus – a small privacy pod that sits on your desk and covers you and your laptop.

Speaking from his London workshop, Wilcox, who has been inventing things since he was a teenager and created the world’s first pair of GPS shoes, said having technology at the core of the designing and building stages can be the key to creating something that will change people’s lives.

“Technology is modern-day magic,” he said. “It can transform the everyday into something that can contain a superpower. The GPS shoes can tell you where you are and where to go. I see that as like giving someone a superpower.

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Tom O’Meara, an animator, uses a Surface Book 2 in his studio

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Tom O’Meara and his plant pot invention

“I like to use technology in a subtle way, so it’s hidden in the background. The magic of technology is what it can enable you to do but you don’t necessarily need to see it.

“It’s nice to see the creators using technology to tackle real problems. Putting your phone in a box when you get home is a nice idea, it would be a moment of peace; while remembering to water my plants is definitely a problem for me as I regularly forget.”

As well as guiding and mentoring the five designers, Wilcox also used his Surface Book 2 device while “looking around for the little problems that we all have”. The two-in-one device became his sketchpad, and along with his pen and dial, he shaped his ideas for a coat that contained indicators and a pair of periscope glasses.

“When you’re walking along the pavement and someone’s walking towards you, you often don’t know which side to go to avoid them; and they don’t know which side to go, either. So, you both end up doing this little dance,” said Wilcox, who has a degree in graphic design and studied at the Royal College of Art. “I’ve made a jacket that has left and right indicators built into it, so you can press a button to make an arrow flash. It offers a bit more clarity without having to speak.

“I got another idea after going to a gig. I was standing and watching the music, and when I looked behind me I noticed a very small lady who couldn’t see anything on stage. I went home and created a wearable periscope that uses mirrors to help people see over things. It’s very lightweight and easy to use.”

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Eva and Marta Yarza use a Surface Pen and Dial on their Surface Book 2

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Eva and Marta Yarza

All the solutions were showcased on the Microsoft stand at the D&AD Festival, one of the leading design events in the world, which was held in London recently. Celebrating the best in craft, creativity and culture, speakers included director Danny Boyle, musician Professor Green and presenter Lauren Laverne, while attendees took part in workshops and masterclasses from the world of advertising, art, design, fashion, film and more.

The Xbox Adaptive Controller, which makes it easier for people with limited mobility to play videogames, was awarded the prestigious Black Pencil in the Product Design category on the final night of the festival.

The groundbreaking controller has been recognised for its ease of use and simple design – the aim of most inventors. Wilcox added that his Surface Book 2 was a great example of this, as well as a huge help during his work over the past few months, as it allowed him to make connection between the words and drawings that he placed on the screen.

“Anything that shortens the time from having an idea to visualizing it is better for any creative person,” he said. “I do a lot of drawing, and the fact that you can just draw straight onto the screen is very quick and handy. It means I can keep the flow of creativity going rather than it being stopped and started. The Surface Book is very instinctive, it’s an all-in-one package, which is useful when you just having a quick, convenient idea. You can type something, then draw something, then adjust that. You can get your ideas out of your mind and turn them into something visual very quickly.

“You can also take the Book with you wherever you go, and the screen is detachable, which is nice if you don’t want to take the whole thing with you. It’s also handy that the pen magnetises to the side on the Book, because I’m always losing pens.”

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Hattie Newman, a paper artist, works with a Surface Book 2 in her studio

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Hattie Newman and her mobile phone dog house invention

As the three-day D&AD Festival drew to a close for another year, Wilcox pondered the future of design, and how technology will play a major part in creativity. After all, the next generation is growing up surrounded by gadgets and digital information.

“One of my projects is working with young inventors,” he said. “When I look through their drawings, there is a lot of technology in there; probably more so than when I was growing up.

“However, I think humans will always want to sense the human touch in something, so I think there’s value in technology and craft coming together. You can see that today with 3D printers. There is this coming together of the two sides in order to help creative people make their ideas become reality.

“That will lead to an increase in the demand for bespoke and customised items. I think technology is going to enable us to have our own versions of things, something unique, and to be able to adapt and customise items in the way that we want to.

“For example, I designed a stained-glass driverless car. That was a combination of a very old tradition and new technology. The idea was that technology will enable us to be very safe, so there will be no vehicle collisions. If that’s the case, then cars can be made from any material; they could even be handcrafted.”

While the reality of wooden cars remains a way off yet, there are other, smaller problems that today’s technology is helping to solve. Wilcox, Newman, O’Meara, Thakali and the Yarza sisters may have just used Surface Book 2 to make many people’s lives a lot easier. Mobile phone dog house, anyone?

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Illustrator Gaurab Thakali works on a Surface Book 2 in his home

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Gaurab Thakal and his privacy pod

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What you’ll see from Microsoft Education and partners at ISTE 2019

For four days in June, ISTE 2019 is the place where educator-tested strategies come together with proven resources for transforming learning and teaching. It’s the place for Microsoft to connect with the brightest EdTech leaders and organizations around the world. Microsoft is once again proud to be a Mission Sponsor for the largest annual education industry conference in the US!

Pre-Conference Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Teacher & Trainer Academies

MIE Teacher Academy – Convention Center, Room 203A

  • Saturday, June 22 from 8:30 AM–3:30 PM

During this one-day teacher academy, you will have the opportunity to explore tools such as Office Online, OneNote Class Notebook, Microsoft Forms and Sway, with the goal of providing your students with learning experiences beyond the walls of your classroom.

MIE Minecraft Academy – Convention Center, Room 203A

  • Sunday, June 23 from 8:30 AM–3:30 PM

During this one-day teacher academy, you’ll be introduced to Minecraft: Education Edition, learn to play the game and create curriculum and classroom resources you can take back to your students and continue your journey.

MIE 2-Day Trainer Academy – Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Meeting Rooms 302-304

  • Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 from 8:30 AM–3:30 PM

Learn more about Microsoft’s hottest tools and resources to empower your staff and students to achieve more! Take an immersive deep dive into Microsoft Teams in Office 365, including uses for staff, Professional Learning Communities and classes.

Microsoft Keynotes: Spotlight on Solutions Sessions – Convention Center, Room 201BC

Digital Transformation in Education

  • Monday, June 24 from 10:30 AM–11:30 AM
  • Speaker: Anthony Salcito, VP WW Education, Microsoft

Digital Transformation is not simply about technology. It requires that we re-imagine the future of education and embrace a way of bringing together people, data, and processes to build deeper relationships and create more valuable experiences for today’s students. Join us to learn how.

The Emotion of Data: A Roadmap to Student-Centered Learning

  • Tuesday, June 25 from 1:45 PM–2:45 PM
  • Speaker: Barbara Holzapfel, GM WW EDU Marketing

Personalized learning helps students develop future-ready social-emotional and academic skills, but what is the best path to personalized learning at scale? Join us as representatives from Florida’s St. Lucie school district and Microsoft Education leaders share how data analytics provides the model for success. (Presentation and panel discussion.)

Conference Breakout Sessions: Convention Center, Room 203B

  • Monday, June 24–Wednesday, June 26

During the conference, Microsoft will deliver several 50-minute, role-specific sessions focused on the biggest trends in EdTech.

Date Time Title Primary Audience
Monday, 6/24 8:00 AM Power in your pocket—three mobile apps that will empower Educator
Monday, 6/24 9:00 AM Meeting the diverse needs of learners School Leader
Monday, 6/24 10:00 AM Meeting the needs of Generation Z Educator
Monday, 6/24 11:00 AM Going rogue with Microsoft—complete with tips and tricks Educator
Monday, 6/24 12:00 PM Mixed reality: New places and spaces for learning Educator
Monday, 6/24 1:00 PM Organizational management using Teams for school, IT and district leaders School Leader
Monday, 6/24 2:00 PM OneNote for lesson planning, rubric design and organization Educator
Monday, 6/24 3:00 PM Tucson Unified SD transformed their security with Windows 10 and Office 365 School Leader
Monday, 6/24 4:00 PM Building self-awareness through immersive digital experiences Educator
Monday, 6/24 5:00 PM How Microsoft Teams is transforming learning at the district-wide level School Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 10:00 AM Going rogue with Microsoft—complete with tips and tricks Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 11:00 AM How one teacher affected a district’s digital technology strategy School Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 12:00 PM Transforming Collier County Schools with Microsoft Teams School Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 1:00 PM Digital assessment with Forms Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 2:00 PM Organizational management using Teams for school, IT and district leaders School Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 3:00 PM Increasing accessibility and fostering inclusive classrooms ALL
Tuesday, 6/25 4:00 PM OneNote Class Notebook, a teacher’s best friend Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 5:00 PM Impacting student achievement by combining Microsoft Imagine Academy (MSIA) and industry certifications Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 8:00 AM Use Azure VDI and multi-user Windows 10 to equitably deliver STEAM software Technology Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 9:00 AM Easy school-wide data collection with Forms Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 10:00 AM Going rogue with Microsoft—complete with tips and tricks Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 11:00 AM Leading transformation: An administrator’s pathway to success with the education transformation framework School Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 12:00 PM Organizational management using Teams for school, IT and district leaders School Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 1:00 PM Microsoft accessibility tools and the special educator: a love story Educator

Hands-on Learning Lab: Convention Center, Room 203A

  • Monday, June 24–Wednesday, June 26

Classroom learning with 50-minute interactive sessions where you will get hands-on experience leveraging technology to work on real-world scenarios (devices will be provided).

Date Time Title Primary Audience
Monday, 6/24 8:00 AM–8:50 AM How OneNote Class Notebook can personalize learning in the classroom Educator
Monday, 6/24 9:00 AM–9:50 AM Helping students grow through rich feedback with Assignments and Quizzes in Teams Educator
Monday, 6/24 10:00 AM–10:50 AM Create your own video with Windows 10 and share your ISTE experience Educator
Monday, 6/24 11:00 AM–11:50 AM Limitless learning with Minecraft: Education Edition Educator
Monday, 6/24 12:00 PM–12:50 PM Empathy in action: Build your collaborative project with Skype in the Classroom Educator
Monday, 6/24 1:00 PM–1:50 PM Pixel perfect: Student ideas come alive with Minecraft: Education Edition design activities Educator
Monday, 6/24 2:00 PM–2:50 PM Teams 101: Overview of Teams and how faculty, staff and students benefit Educator
Monday, 6/24 3:00 PM–3:50 PM Get your collab on with Office Web Apps! Educator
Monday, 6/24 4:00 PM–4:50 PM Coding with Minecraft: Education Edition Educator
Monday, 6/24 5:00 PM–5:50 PM Ready to rethink your classroom tech? Microsoft Surface is changing the game Technology Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 10:00 AM–10:50 AM Beginning coders can learn block-based to JavaScript with MakeCode Arcade Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 11:00 AM–11:50 AM Empowering student-centered learning with Microsoft Surface School Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 12:00 PM–12:50 PM App Smash with Teams: Maximizing your EdTech tools inside Teams Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 1:00 PM–1:50 PM Limitless learning with Minecraft: Education Edition Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 2:00 PM–2:50 PM Get your collab on with Office Web Apps! Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 3:00 PM–4:50 PM Leading forward into education transformation School Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 5:00 PM–5:50 PM Get hands-on with Microsoft’s Intune for Education Technology Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 8:00 AM–8:50 AM How Microsoft Teams supports district-wide collaboration School Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 9:00 AM–9:50 AM Limitless learning with Microsoft: Education Edition Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 10:00 AM–10:50 AM Coding with Minecraft: Education Edition Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 11:00 AM–11:50 AM How OneNote Class Notebook can personalize learning in the classroom Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 12:00 PM–12:50 PM Improve flipped learning and communications with video Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 1:00 PM–1:50 PM Global learning in the 21st century classroom with Skype, Flipgrid and OneNote Educator

Live Learning Theater: Booth 2900

  • Monday, June 24–Wednesday, June 26

Visit us in booth 2900 to learn more about student-centered learning tools including 20-minute spotlight sessions featuring productivity and accessibility, hands-on STEM experiences, demos, and more!

Date Time Title Primary Audience
Monday, 6/24 10:00 AM–10:20 AM Communicating successfully with non-English speaking guardians and students using Microsoft Translator Educator
Monday, 6/24 10:30 AM–10:50 AM Digital citizenship and SEL with Minecraft: Education Edition Educator
Monday, 6/24 11:00 AM–11:20 AM What’s new with Skype in the Classroom Educator
Monday, 6/24 11:30 AM–11:50 AM Microsoft Teams templates for school principals building leadership School Leader
Monday, 6/24 12:00 PM–12:20 PM Start your day with Office.com Educator
Monday, 6/24 12:30 PM–12:50 PM Broadcast to students and teachers at scale with Teams, Stream and Yammer Educator
Monday, 6/24 1:00 PM–1:20 PM Build inclusive classrooms with Microsoft Education Educator
Monday, 6/24 1:30 PM–1:50 PM Sparking 21st century learning in your classroom School Leader
Monday, 6/24 2:00 PM–2:20 PM Helping students achieve workforce readiness Educator
Monday, 6/24 2:30 PM–2:50 PM Expand your PLN and become an MIE Educator
Monday, 6/24 3:00 PM–3:20 PM Saving time and assessing better with Microsoft Forms Educator
Monday, 6/24 3:30 PM–3:50 PM Personalizing learning with the OneNote Class Notebook Educator
Monday, 6/24 4:00 PM–4:20 PM Get to know Minecraft: Education Edition with Code Builder Educator
Monday, 6/24 4:30 PM–4:50 PM Tucson Unified’s implementation of the MIE program for professional learning School Leader
Monday, 6/24 5:00 PM–5:20 PM Shift to Windows 10 with offers and deployment best practices Technology Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 10:00 AM–10:20 AM Amplifying each student’s unique voice within Teams Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 10:30 AM–10:50 AM Digital citizenship and SEL with Minecraft: Education Edition Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 11:00 AM–11:20 AM Empowering global voice with Flipgrid and Skype in the Classroom Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 11:30 AM–11:50 AM Professional development through the all-new Microsoft Educator Center Technology Leader
Tuesday, 6/25 12:00 PM–12:20 PM Develop student creative agency through the power of video Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 12:30 PM–12:50 PM Empowering students and educators to increase student discourse through Microsoft Teams Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 1:00 PM–1:20 PM Inclusive classroom in Teams: Managing instruction and assignments for different learning types Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 1:30 PM–1:50 PM Using Microsoft tools at Google schools ALL
Tuesday, 6/25 2:00 PM–2:20 PM Get to know Minecraft: Education Edition Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 2:30 PM–2:50 PM Personalizing learning with the OneNote Class Notebook Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 3:00 PM–3:20 PM OneNote, Open Up Resources and OER: Meeting the needs of all students Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 3:30 PM–3:50 PM Saving time and assessing better with Microsoft Forms Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 4:00 PM–4:20 PM The Microsoft I did not know about Educator
Tuesday, 6/25 4:30 PM–4:50 PM Managing iOS devices with Intune for Education Technology Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 10:00 AM–10:20 AM Delivering personalized learning for students with devices starting at $199 Technology Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 10:30 AM–10:50 AM Drive greater engagement and professional development with your faculty using Teams School Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 11:00 AM–11:20 AM Personalizing learning with the OneNote Class Notebook Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 11:30 AM–11:50 AM The Microsoft I did not know about Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 12:00 PM–12:20 PM Cloud-connected Office 101 Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 12:30 PM–12:50 PM Using Intune for Education to manage Windows devices Technology Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 1:00 PM–1:20 PM Expand your PLN and become and MIE School Leader
Wednesday, 6/26 1:30 PM–1:50 PM Get to know Minecraft: Education Edition with Code Builder Educator
Wednesday, 6/26 2:00 PM–2:20 PM Saving time and assessing better with Microsoft Forms Educator

Additional Microsoft Sessions

eSports for Education: Everything you wanted to know – Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Salon L*

  • Sunday, June 23 | Sessions at 8:30 AM–10:30 AM, 10:45 AM–12:45 PM and 1:00 PM–3:00 PM

Target Roles: Educators, Leaders

In this session, you will hear from educators who are using eSports as part of their curriculum, as part of a sports program or as part of a school club/competition. There will also be organizations that help drive eSports and you will witness a real-time eSports competition. If you’ve been curious about how eSports works and how it can enhance the educational experience, this session will give you the resources and insights you need to get started.

* Salon L is located on level 5 and can be accessed via the escalators.

  

MakeCode Day – Convention Center, Room 203B

  • Sunday, 6/23 from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Open to teachers, parent and students—Microsoft MakeCode is an open source platform for creating engaging computer science learning experiences that support a progression path into real-world programming. Microsoft will be bringing MakeCode to ISTE this year, so you can get hands-on and learn how to code in real time with no experience needed! As an educator, you will also see how some schools and educators are creating inclusive, engaging learning experiences with Microsoft MakeCode.

 

Pre-Day Partner Event – Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Salon K*

  • Sunday, June 23 from 10:30 AM–3:00 PM

Microsoft is focused on driving innovation to improve learning outcomes, transform classroom time and enable affordable, easy to manage technology, and is empowering its partners to do the same. In this session, you’ll hear directly from partners who are leveraging the Microsoft Education Platform to:

  • Transform modern classroom through turn-key solutions that streamline delivery of technology and facilitate learning.
  • Deliver rich, immersive content for instruction, assignments and assessment.
  • Enable students to unleash their creativity and develop STEAM skills.

Come learn about the latest innovations in Microsoft Education and how our partners are leveraging the Microsoft Education Platform to achieve more.

* Salon K is located on level 5 and can be accessed via the escalators.

Focus on what matters

  • Monday, June 24-Wednesday, June 26 starting at 9:30 AM and running until the Expo Hall closes

Target Roles: Educators, Leaders

Every half hour, join us in the Building Skills area of our booth (#2900) as we uncover how Microsoft tools help support inclusive classrooms, build 21st century skills and amplify student voice.

 

Partner Solution Showcase – Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Salon K*

  • Monday, June 24–Tuesday, June 25 from 9:30 AM–3:15 PM

Join Microsoft at our Solution Showcase sessions and hear about some of the most impactful examples of Digital Transformation in Education. These sessions are your opportunity to meet fellow practitioners and hear first-hand global experiences, trends and observations from the Microsoft Worldwide Education leadership team.

* Salon K is located on level 5 and can be accessed via the escalators.

 

Hack the Classroom

  • Tuesday, June 25 from 6:15 PM–7:30 PM

Target Roles: Educators, Leaders

Join us on Tuesday, starting at 6:15 PM, at aka.ms/hacktheclassroom

Microsoft in Education is bringing back its largest free online digital event for educators & school leaders worldwide to Hack the Classroom! Streamed live on Facebook, Hack the Classroom is devoted to the changemakers in education and the passionate innovators in student-centered learning. Join us and learn from the educators who are integrating technology in order to better connect with students, and to support them as they become active and engaged learners. These passionate educators will generously share their techniques and philosophies for creating better student outcomes during the event:

  • Jessica Tozzi, I Promise School (Ohio, US) shares how her school is empowering students through a focus social-emotional learning.​
  • Samantha Skubal, J. Sterling Morton District (Illinois, US) shows how she is providing real-world future-ready experiences through their Technology Internship Program. ​
  • Luis Oliveira. Middletown H.S. (Rhode Island, US) demonstrates how he is supporting autonomous learning for English Language Learners through Immersive Reader and Flipgrid​
  • Jen Padernal, De La Salle University Night College (Philippines) provides her top tips for engaging students through a virtual classroom in Microsoft Teams. ​
  • Toney Jackson, Nellie K. Parker Elementary School, (New Jersey, US) closes out the event again with another original work of poetry that will leave you inspired!​

Become a Microsoft Innovative Educator

Receive an HTC participant badge and receive 500 points on our Educator Community. Once you’ve earned 1,000 points, you become a certified Microsoft Innovative Educator!

You can RSVP to the Facebook Live event here!

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Biggest Xbox deals of the year coming June 7 as E3 approaches

The big week is nearly upon us: E3 is almost here and we can’t wait to share a look at the future of Xbox with our fans. We’re also excited because E3 also marks the start of our greatest Xbox deals of the year, when gamers can upgrade their console, accessories, and games at deep discounts.

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to buy an Xbox – that moment is now. In addition to great discounts on the Xbox One consoles you know and love, we’re happy to announce that there’s a new bundle joining the family. The new Xbox One S Fortnite Battle Royale Special Edition bundle includes a Special Edition purple 1TB Xbox One S, the Dark Vertex cosmetic set featuring Legendary Outfit, Epic Glider, and Rare Pickaxe (available in free Battle Royale and Creative modes only), 2000 v-bucks, and one month Xbox Live Gold subscription and Xbox Game Pass trial.

Xbox One X Fortnite Bundle

Xbox One X Fortnite Bundle

Starting on June 7, you’ll find discounts on hundreds of games, accessories, and console bundles. Offers include:

  • $100 off Xbox One X
  • $50 off the Xbox One S Fortnite Battle Royale Special Edition Bundle
  • $50 off Xbox One S bundles and the new Xbox One S All-Digital Edition
  • Up to 75% off select games including discounts on newly released titles such as Mortal Kombat 11, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, and Tom Clancy’s The Division 2
  • $10 off controllers

And this is just a sample of the savings! Whether you’re shopping in a physical store, online or through your Xbox console, make sure to check xbox.com, Microsoft Store, and participating retailers nationwide for more details on dates, availability, and pricing as deals may vary.

Xbox One Bundles

Xbox One Bundles

Up to $100 off select Xbox One bundles at Microsoft Store and participating retailers. If you haven’t upgraded to an Xbox One X yet now is the time, with $100 off from June 7 – June 17. Get deals on Xbox One X Enhanced titles like Sea of Thieves, FIFA 18, Assassin’s Creed Origins, and Forza Motorsport 7, and immerse yourself in stunning 4K ultra HD gaming with HDR. For the best value in games and entertainment, pickup our new Xbox One S Al- Digital Edition starting at $199 from June 7 – June 17.

Xbox One Games

Xbox One Games

Great savings on hundreds of titles. Get amazing deals on hundreds of games including those blockbusters you’ve been meaning to pick up like Mortal Kombat 11, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Forza Horizon 4, World War Z, Tom Clancy’s The Division 2, Sea of Thieves, NBA 2K19, Anthem, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 Spectre Rising Edition. Full games are starting as low as $19.99, making it easy to add to your collection.

Xbox One Feature Controllers

Xbox One Feature Controllers

Accessorize with a new controller. Save $10 on black, white, special edition and limited-edition Xbox Wireless Controllers, all featuring a sleek, streamlined design and textured or rubberized grips, custom button-mapping and Windows 10-compatibility. Or, design your own controller by choosing from over a billion color combinations available with Xbox Design Lab, starting at $64.99 for a limited time only.

Upgrade your gaming PC. This year, we’ve also got some exciting sales from a wide range of PC gaming partners, including Asus, Razer, and MSI. You’ll be able to get up to $500 off a new gaming PC or gaming laptop, as well as FreeSync displays. If you’ve already got your gaming setup, we’ve got PC games galore on sale, including Forza Motorsport 7 Ultimate, Gears of War 4, Deep Rock Galactic, and more.

Plus save on officially licensed console and PC accessories from Astro, Seagate, Turtle Beach and Hyperkin.

Level up your look with Xbox Official Gear. Finally, it’s never been a better time to fly your Xbox colors with up to 60% off on Xbox Official Gear. From bomber jackets and hats to t-shirts and patches, there’s something for everyone.

Check with xbox.com, Microsoft Store and participating retailers nationwide for more details on availability and pricing as deals will vary between retailers.