Project Tomorrow at MACUL 2025

The annual Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) Conference will be held in Detroit, MI, from March 19-21, 2024.

Katie Marchionna will lead three workshop sessions. The official hashtag is #MACUL2025.

Katie’s sessions are as follows:

March 19, 2025

Workshop slot #1

Time: 9:30 – 11:30 am

Career Ready and AI-Savvy: Future-Proof Students with Computational Thinking.

In a world shaped by AI, social media, and careers we can’t yet imagine, how can we prepare all students for success? Computational Thinking (CT) is the key to unlocking a limitless future for every learner. In this session, explore 4 core CT skills that empower critical thinking and problem-solving—and learn how to integrate them seamlessly into any classroom to future-proof students’ success.

Workshop slot #3

Time: 3:30 – 5:30 pm

Level-Up your PBL with Computational Thinking

Level-up your Project-Based Learning (PBL) with Computational Thinking (CT)! Discover how CT enhances PBL by teaching students the four essential CT skills that empower them to tackle complex problems and make PBL more manageable. Learn how CT fosters student agency and simplifies project implementation. Explore real classroom examples of CT in action and leave with actionable strategies to elevate your own PBL practice.

March 21, 2024

Featured Speakers, Breakout Sessions, Expo Hall

Time: 10:00 -11:00 am

Computational Thinking for PBL

Transform your Project-Based Learning (PBL) by integrating Computational Thinking (CT)! In this session, you’ll explore the essential CT skills that empower students to tackle challenges creatively and systematically. See how CT can elevate PBL through real-world classroom examples and leave with a foundational understanding and key strategies to begin implementing CT in your projects.