The Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, the Division of Digital Learning, and the UCF Libraries at the University of Central Florida have partnered to present the 4th annual Teaching and Learning with AI conference. Join others from around the country and world to share best practices and uses of artificial intelligence on teaching and learning in colleges and universities.
The Teaching and Learning with AI conference aims to discuss how AI tools continue to evolve and change the way educators instruct students, as well as how students can effectively use these tools in their learning journey.
This conference also encourages the use of AI for instruction to prepare students for their future workplace. Attendees will curate conversations around leaning in carefully to properly use AI in their courses as we navigate both practical , sustainable, and ethical concerns.
The 4th annual Teaching and Learning with AI Conference will be held June 11-13, 2026.
Who is the Teaching and Learning with AI Conference For?
Teaching and Learning with AI is designed for higher education professionals, researchers, and policymakers from around the world who are interested in exploring the potential of AI in Higher Ed classrooms. If you want to learn more about how you can leverage AI to improve learning outcomes, research, services, and operations, then this is a must attend event.
This conference is for faculty, staff who support faculty, librarians, and administrators who are on the front lines of teaching.
There are different ways to leverage the power of AI through generated text, images, and products.
This conference will have a diverse group of experts and though leaders who will share their insights, ideas, and experiences with using AI in their courses and beyond.
New this year: K-12 instructors and teachers are encouraged to attend and discuss how to prepare students for college readiness by using AI in their classrooms.
How is this AI Conference Different from Others?
There are plenty of other conferences surrounding the discussion of AI in higher education. But those conferences spotlight the technical development of artificial intelligence or the use of AI on the back end to improve student outcomes.
This conference specifically focuses on the use of AI in the classroom as experienced by faculty members.
You’ll be able to hear ideas, and contribute your own, to topics like instructional strategies, faculty support, academic integrity, policy, and ethical considerations.
AI is Here to Stay: How are You Going to Plan Your Courses with It?
Whether you’re a teaching faculty member, educational developer, instructional designer, instructional technologist, librarian, or administrator, AI’s role in education is becoming more prevalent in our work.
Students and faculty across the country use the power of AI to accelerate their education and instruction. Connecting with others in your field and having frank conversations about harnessing the power of AI emboldens you to create a stronger learning environment that empowers your students.
The conference centers discussion around the myriads of ways AI is used to strengthen the teaching and learning methods in the following themes:
- Pedagogical Approaches to Incorporate AI in Teaching and Learning
- Digital Learning and Online Instruction
- Supporting Faculty
- Academic Integrity
- Instructional Design and Course Design
- Assessment and Evaluation Methods
- Teaching Models
- AI and Accessibility
- Critical Thinking in the Age of AI
- AI Applications in the Classroom Besides ChatGPT
- Student Success and Retention
- Administrative Tasks, e.g., scheduling, enrollment management
- Student Conduct and Behavior Management
- Ethical Considerations of AI Usage
- Institutional Policies and Regulations
- Global Perspectives on AI in Education
Call for proposals
The call for proposals for the 2026 conference opens October 15th.
Participants from all sectors of higher education are encouraged to submit proposals for short presentations and posters related to the practice of Artificial Intelligence (AI) use in college teaching across all modalities (face-to-face, blended, and entirely online). At this conference, we can consider AI-generated text, AI-generated images, and other AI-generated digital products. While other conferences may focus on the research of AI development and programming, this conference is intended to serve the community of frontline faculty members across all disciplines, librarians, administrators, instructional designers, and faculty developers in the practice of AI use in higher education settings.
Session Tracks include:
- Practical AI Tools/Agents and Implementation
- Ethics, Policy, and Governance
- AI in Pedagogy and Curriculum Design
- Institutional Strategy and Leadership
- Assessment and Academic Integrity
- AI Applications in the Workplace
- AI Fluency and Faculty Development
- Universal Design and Accessibility with AI
- AI in K-12 Education
- Art, Design, & Media
Note: Since this is primarily a conference focused on sharing practices (rather than research), most sessions are brief. Additionally, priority will be given to proposals that offer clear ideas for takeaways that participants can apply in their own teaching, as well as sessions that appeal to multiple disciplines. Keep in mind that AI will continue to develop and evolve.
The event, which is face-to-face only, has four formats (see below):
- 30-Minute Sessions: Short presentations that spark discussion on complex questions about AI in college classrooms or libraries.
- 60-Minute Sessions: Interactive sessions offering deeper exploration of challenges or solutions. Limited spots available.
- 10-Minute TAI Talks: Quick, TED-style presentations showcasing practical AI techniques, tools, or solutions.
- Poster Sessions: Visual presentations on teaching practices or research related to AI in higher education. Posters may be print or digital (presenters provide their own laptop).
Participants are limited to being part of only two presentations (and can serve as the main presenter only once). Companies that are not sponsors may present a 30-minute interactive session, provided a frontline faculty member or librarian accompanies them; otherwise, they may present a poster.
The deadline to submit a proposal is 11:59 p.m. on January 30, 2026. Acceptance decisions will be sent after February 19, 2026.
For any questions regarding proposals, please contact us at teachwithai@ucf.edu.
Represented Institutions
The presenter’s for this year’s conference are from the following college and universities. (This does NOT represent general attendees’ institutions.)
Registration
Registration for the 2026 conference is now open! All attendees, including presenters, are required to register. There will NOT be a virtual option for attending.
Prices (including Eventbrite fees) and registration deadlines are as follows:
- Presenters: $600 (must register by May 1, 2026)
- Early Bird: $625 (ends March 13, 2026)
- General Registration: $650 (ends May 28, 2026)
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important dates
Agenda at a glance
The downloadable agenda-at-a-glance and the extended agenda are not yet available for the 2026 conference. The agenda below is subject to change.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
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Times (EST) |
Daily Events |
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8:30 – 5:00 |
Registration |
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9:00 – 10:15 |
Pre-Conferences |
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10:30 – 12:00 |
Welcome and Opening Keynote |
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12:00 – 1:00 |
Buffet Lunch |
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1:00 – 1:30 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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1:40 – 2:10 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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2:20 – 2:50 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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3:00 – 3:30 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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3:40 – 4:10 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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4:20 – 4:50 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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*Dinner on your own |
Friday, June 12, 2026
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Times (EST) |
Daily Events |
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8:00 – 3:00 |
Registration |
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8:00 – 9:00 |
Buffet Breakfast |
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9:00 – 9:30 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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9:40 – 10:10 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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10:20 – 10:50 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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11:00 – 12:00 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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12:00 – 1:00 |
Buffet Lunch |
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1:00 – 1:30 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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1:40 – 2:10 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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2:20 – 2:50 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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3:00 – 3:30 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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3:40 – 4:10 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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4:20 – 4:50 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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*Dinner on your own |
Saturday, June 13, 2026
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Time (EST) |
Daily Events |
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8:00 – 9:00 |
Continental Breakfast |
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9:00 – 9:30 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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9:40 – 10:10 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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10:20 – 10:50 |
Concurrent Sessions |
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11:00 – 12:15 |
Closing Session and Closing Keynote |
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12:15 |
Adjourn |
Location Information
Event Location
The Teaching and Learning with AI conference will be held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center.
Check out our Visiting Information page for additional details on booking the hotel, nearby hotels and restaurants, and helpful parking info!
Visiting Information
Orlando is a metropolitan city full of activities, restaurants, and hotels. Check out the list of contracted hotels, things to do, and more about the conference.
Code of conduct
We are dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.
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Sponsors
We are expecting 900+ attendees this year. There are four levels for sponsoring the Teaching and Learning with AI conference. Click the drop-downs below to view more information on each level.
- Logo placement on conference website
- Listed on the agenda as an event sponsor at the silver level
- Acknowledged at the start of the Keynote (onscreen and verbally)
- All Silver benefits plus:
- Mentioned as a Gold sponsor in at least two emails to participants before the conference (sponsor may supply a message of up to 100 words and may include hyperlinks and/or graphics)
- Thanked in the newsletter distributed after the event
- Can present at the Sponsor expo. One 6-foot table with two chairs (if you need more than one, please make this request) and power outlets (request in advance) will be provided. You may bring tablecloths, display items for your table, and swag to give to attendees.
- Can offer one 30-minute session at the conference
- Full conference registration (in addition to the Sponsor expo) for one company representative. Additional representatives must follow the standard registration process separately.
- All Gold benefits plus:
- Mentioned as a Platinum sponsor in at least two emails to participants before the conference (sponsor may supply a message of up to 100 words and may include hyperlinks and/or graphics)
- Dedicated email and social media blasts
- Can offer two 30-minute sessions at the conference (must be separate topics). Unlike other sponsor presentations, those provided by platinum sponsors will be specifically credited in the agenda with their platinum sponsorship status.
- Full conference registration (in addition to the Sponsor expo) for up to two company representatives. Additional representatives must follow the standard registration process separately.
- Will receive a list of institutions represented by participants at the conference one week before the event.
- All Platinum benefits plus:
- Mentioned as a Diamond sponsor in at least two emails to participants before the conference (sponsor may supply a message of up to 100 words and may include hyperlinks and/or graphics)
- Five-minute speaking opportunity at the start of the Keynote
- Premiere placement at the sponsor expo
- Full conference registration (in addition to the Sponsor expo) for up to three company representatives. Additional representatives must follow the standard registration process separately.
- Pre-event marketing with a dedicated email and up to three social media blasts
- VIP Networking (either at breakfast or lunch) with keynote and other leadership faculty
- One week after the event, you will receive a list of the names of the conference attendees who did not opt out, with institutions and email addresses included
- Sponor-Provided Branded Lanyards – $3000
- TAI Talk Sponsor for the day – $500
- Digital and Physical signage options – contact us for a list of available options and prices
Sponsorship opportunities are available until April 3, 2026.
Interested in being a sponsor for the 2026 conference? Contact us at teachwithai@ucf.edu.
Event Committee
- Anita Gabbard, Program Director for the Division Strategy and Engagement
- Liz Giltner, Instructional Specialist at the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, Conference Planning Co-Lead
- Jax Gonzalez, Event Manager I at the Center for Distributed Learning
- Wendy Howard, Director of the Pegasus Innovation Lab, Co-Chair
- Lauren Kehoe, Associate Librarian at the UCF Libraries
- Samantha Richardson, Communications Specialist II at the Pegasus Innovation Lab
- Mary Rubin, Assistant Librarian at the UCF Libraries
- Nicole Stahl, Project Coordinator II at the Pegasus Innovation Lab, Conference Planning Co-Lead
- Rachel Vacek, Associate Dean for Technology & Digital Strategies, Library Track Co-Chair
- Kevin Yee, Director of the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, Co-Chair
- Dylan Yonts, Manager of the Faculty Multimedia Center
Questions? Contact us at teachwithai@ucf.edu.