If you are one of the tens of thousands of educators that will be attending International Reading Association’s 57th annual convention, you are probably already mapping out how you will spend the days and evenings that are quickly approaching. Personally, I’m really looking forward to checking out some of the recent advancements in education technology. Since more and more schools are adopting 1:1 and bring your own device initiatives, the app ocean has been teaming with amazing new programs that offer more ways to get our kids excited about learning.

We have our own products that we are proud to be contributing to reading education; but, I really would like to see what others are doing in the fields of math and science. While these subjects have always been near and dear to my own heart, I also recognize the difficult situation that this country faces if we don’t start churning out more engineers and scientists. I know…I know, this is a reading show. However, this is also one of the biggest education shows in the country. An event where scholastic innovators bring their A-game in hopes of showing educators–from around the globe–truly amazing break-throughs. The potential for this emerging generation of learners is astronomical.

Also on the agenda for IRA are addresses from some of the most influential players in education reform. Dr. Steve Perry from CNN is the keynote for Monday’s general session. On Tuesday, Ron Clark and Steven L. Layne will share a little about what they see as the next big thing.

If you are not able to attend the show, you can still participate. We will be broadcasting the general session keynote LIVE on our new .TV website. Check back after 4/20 for details!