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(Virtual) Event Alert:

 

The Edtech Maryland Meetup has a session coming up on Feb. 24 that will explore AI and learning technologies.

 

It's titled "Using AI to Move Beyond Mastery and Toward Collaboration," and seeks to "share insights and technology innovations for enhancing digital education in today's turbulent learning environment." Speakers include edtech thought leader Drew Hampton and Phil Horwitz, chief architect at JBS Custom Software Solutions. 

Learn more and register here.

 

—Stephen Babcock, Technical.ly Assistant Editor (stephen@technical.ly)

 

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