Does the hotel offer discounted room rates?

The Bavarian Inn offers MERA guests discounted room rates. Please call 989-652-7200 or book online and provide discount code 13X9KA.

When does early bird pricing end?

Register before 10/25 to take advantage of the $20 per day discounted rate.

Can dietary restrictions be accomodated?

Yes, please contact the MERA Board to request special meals: contactmerainc@gmail.com.

Will SCECH hours be available?

Yes, the MERA board is please to provide the option for attendees to apply for SCECH hours at no cost to the attendee.

Monday, November 24

AI and Beyond: Data, Policy, and Practice in Education

By Michigan Educational Research Association (MERA)

This conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts, gain valuable knowledge, and participate in meaningful discussions.

Date and time

Location

Bavarian Inn Lodge

1 Covered Bridge Lane Frankenmuth, MI 48734

Agenda

Day 1 Agenda

Day 2 Agenda

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Breakfast (Coffee, juice, bagels, pastries, fruit, cheese, etc.)

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Hands-on Workshop of Home Runs & Hallucinations: What AI Gets Right (& Wrong)

Jeff Williams, Grand Valley State University

Kallie Bauer, Grand Valley State University

In this hands-on workshop, researchers from the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University will share real case studies of how AI has performed in its applied researc...

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Lunch (Famous Frankenmuth Chicken)

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Questions to Impact: Using AI Tools to Support the Data-to-Decision Lifecycle

Karle Delo, Michigan Virtual

Nikolas McGehee, Michigan Virtual

Michigan Virtual's Karle Delo, AI Strategist, and Nikolas McGehee, Senior Research & Innovation Specialist, will lead this workshop that is designed for MERA members who are experienced in educationa...

2:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Break (Popcorn, cookies, & drinks)

3:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Closing Remarks, Survey, and Gift Card Raffle

Good to know

Highlights

1 day 6 hours
ages 18+
In person
Free parking
Doors at 8:00 AM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Family & Education • Education

Join colleagues from across Michigan for two days of learning, discussion, and networking. This year’s conference will feature sessions on artificial intelligence in education, school finance, policy and advocacy, MI School Data tools, and assessment and accountability. Presenters include experts from state agencies, universities, intermediate school districts, and education organizations across Michigan.

Additional session details will be released in the coming weeks.

Register Today to secure your spot! Early Bird pricing ends on October 25.

We look forward to welcoming you to two days of insightful discussions and collaborative learning. Or register to attend just one day as your schedule allows.

Continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks are provided each day.

Room reservations:

The Bavarian Inn Restaurant and Lodge offers MERA guests discounted room rates. Please call 855-652-7200 and provide discount code 13X9KA to receive $125 standard double, $135 queens or king, or $205 for suites. The Bavarian Inn Lodge will apply a $34.95 daily resort fee to all reservations which includes entrance to their newest attraction, Bavarian Blast Waterpark, the largest indoor water park in Michigan.

Organized by

Michigan Educational Research Association (MERA)

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