The Alberta Assessment Consortium Fall Conference

Your Stay in Drumheller

We have saved a number of rooms for the conference at the following hotels. These rooms are set aside until September 1st. 

Canalta Jurassic Hotel Drumheller

(4.4 Google review)

Address: 1103 AB-9, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0

Phone: (403) 823-7700

Ramada by Wyndham Drumheller Hotel

(4.2 Google review)

Address: 680 2 St. SE, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0

Phone (After May 1st) 1-877 807 2800

Email (anytime):  ramadadrumheller@canalta.com

 

Sure Stay Plus Hotel by Best Western Drumheller

(4.1 Google review)

Address: 680 2 St SE Unit 800, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0

Phone: (403) 823-8887

Explore the Drumheller Area

While at the conference, take time to explore Drumheller, the Dinosaur Capital of the World. Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum to see world-renowned dinosaur fossils, or explore the Dinosaur Trail and iconic Hoodoos for stunning landscapes. Whether you’re a history lover or outdoor enthusiast, Drumheller has something for everyone!

Our conference brings together diverse voices to inspire and deepen our understanding of assessment. On Day 1, our keynote speaker, Myron Dueck, will set the stage with thought-provoking insights on assessment in today’s classrooms.Day 2 begins with a powerful student panel featuring voices from the Drumheller area, offering firsthand perspectives on assessment and learning. The day continues with breakout sessions led by assessment leaders, sharing practical strategies and research-informed practices.

Check back soon for updates on our breakout speakers!

This year’s Keynote Speaker –

Myron Dueck – Educator, Author, Speaker

Myron frequently visits schools, conferences, districts, parent meetings, not-for-profits, and industry around the world to share his 25 years of practitioner and leadership experience. He helps individuals and groups generate ideas and navigate issues surrounding standards-based grading, assessment, reporting, student voice, technology (such as AI) and change. Myron’s keynotes, sessions and full-day workshops focus on balancing theory and research with tools and ideas.

Myron’s published work includes numerous journal articles and his two best-selling books, Grading Smarter, Not Harder– Assessment Strategies that Motivate Kids and Help Them Learn (ASCD, 2014) and Giving Students a Say! Smarter Assessment Practices to Empower and Engage. Myron and his family live in Summerland, British Columbia (BC), Canada. Over the past decade, Myron has been immersed in BC’s educational changes – such as the recent introduction of a new proficiency scale, student self-reflection and student goal setting.

Call for Breakout Speaker Proposals

We are now accepting breakout speaker proposals for our upcoming assessment conference! We are seeking engaging sessions for both teachers and school and district-based leaders on the following key areas:

  1. Uncovering Layers of Learning: Generative AI and the Road Ahead
  2. Integrating Formative Assessment: Shifting Mindsets in the New Era
  3. Changing the Learning Experience: Increasing Student Voice, Choice, and Agency

This is a fantastic opportunity to share your expertise with an inspiring audience of educators and leaders. Please note that while there are no speaker fees, selected speakers will receive a significant discount on their registration fees. Submit your proposal today and be part of this transformative event!

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