Sessions of 2026 Connection Conference: Corinne Hoisington
Hoisington, Corinne
Professor of Information Systems Technology
Corinne Hoisington is a full-time professor of Information Systems Technology at Central Virginia Community College with over 30 years of classroom experience, yet her impact reaches far beyond campus as she travels more than 250,000 miles each year to deliver high-impact keynote addresses to educators and corporations in over 70 cities worldwide. A recipient of the prestigious Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award in Computer Programming, she combines deep technical expertise with the ability to make emerging technologies accessible and practical. Corinne has authored more than 40 textbooks for Cengage Learning and National Geographic, covering topics such as Artificial Intelligence in Business and Microsoft 365. Widely regarded as a visionary in educational innovation, she champions a future where AI enhances—not replaces—the educator, demonstrating through her work how AI-assisted teaching can inspire learners and transform what is possible in the modern classroom.
Sessions:
[5827] Navigating the New World of Work: How CTE Careers Are Shifting in the Age of AI (Lowes)
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Business and Marketing Education
The future of CTE workforce professionals to understand and teach the evolving career landscape shaped by generative tools like Copilot, Claude, Perplexity, and Google Flow. Learn how AI is reshaping job roles, required skills, and lifelong learning strategies across industries. Discover how automation, augmentation, and AI collaboration are transforming roles in healthcare, education, finance, manufacturing, and creative industries.
[5826] From Turn-it-In to Tune-it-In: The AI-Powered Shift to Authentic Assessment
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Business and Marketing Education
Are you tired of the "Cat and Mouse" game between students using AI and teachers trying to catch them? It’s time to flip the script! In the world of Career and Technical Education, AI isn't the enemy—it’s the new power tool in the shed. This fast-paced, high-energy session is designed specifically for CTE Administrators who want to lead their staff away from "policing" and toward Authentic Assessment. We’ll explore how to shift the focus from what a student can memorize to what they can master alongside AI.
[5830] Unleashing Creativity with AI: High-Energy Tools and Techniques for Today’s CTE
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Westin La Paloma
- Business and Marketing Education
Get ready for a high-energy, hands-on session designed to ignite creativity in every CTE educator as we explore how free AI tools can transform teaching and learning across all career pathways. In this fast-paced session, participants will learn how to use AI to generate sketch notes that break down complex concepts, create engaging podcasts that bring CTE topics to life, design eye-catching infographics for any field from business to welding, and hold live interactive conversations with AI tools that support brainstorming. Educators will leave inspired, equipped, and empowered with practical, ready-to-use AI strategies that elevate creativity, boost engagement, and make teaching more dynamic than ever.
[5829] Navigating the New World of Work: How CTE Careers Are Shifting in the Age of AI (Westin)
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Westin La Paloma
- Business and Marketing Education
The future of CTE workforce professionals to understand and teach the evolving career landscape shaped by generative tools like Copilot, Claude, Perplexity, and Google Flow. Learn how AI is reshaping job roles, required skills, and lifelong learning strategies across industries. Discover how automation, augmentation, and AI collaboration are transforming roles in healthcare, education, finance, manufacturing, and creative industries.
