Events

Our Monthly Student Build Challenge for November was all about building systems. As the world becomes more interconnected, today’s learners need to be able to navigate systems—from the World Wide Web to ecosystems and the global economy.

As technology continues to evolve, we are faced with an incredible opportunity to leverage the power of new solutions and human expertise to unlock some of the biggest challenges we face in society.

We’re excited to be a Platinum sponsor of the FETC Annual Conference in Miami, FL, January 14-17. FETC offers a variety of sessions designed to foster hands-on and collaborative learning that focus on K-12’s most pressing challenges and technological needs.

Following the success of the Best of 2018 TweetMeet, we’re thrilled to offer the biggest global TweetMeet to date on Tuesday, December 17. Share your best stories and experiences from 2019 and what plans for 2020 you look forward to the most.

The passports of students all around the world were filled with virtual stamps this past week as thousands of students and educators participated in the Microsoft Global Learning Connection on November 5–6, 2019.

The Microsoft Global Learning Connection (formerly Skype-a-Thon) event is almost here. Thousands of educators from more than 110 countries are preparing to connect their students with experts and classrooms around the world to share stories and cultural traditions, play games, and collaborate on projects.

Next year marks the 20th anniversary of humans continuously living aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

We are living in an amazing time of technological progress. There is no historical precedent for the accelerating pace of innovation. Digital transformation is reshaping every aspect of our lives—how we live, learn and work.

One of my favorite moments each year is when I get to connect with students all around the world as part of our annual Skype-a-Thon.

Minecraft: Education Edition has found a place in many classrooms around the world, empowering students and teachers to take charge of their learning, boost their STEM and 21st-century skills to solve problems through inquiry, creativity and collaboration—in the immersive and fun world of Minecraft.

On August 20, right after the Back to School Facebook Live event, we’re bringing you two more opportunities for inspiration ahead of the new school year: an #MSFTEduChat TweetMeet and a Teams Live Event.

It’s always a little hard to see summer go, but we’re here to help get you set up and ready for the new school year. We have a brand-new season of “You Can in :90” that we think you’ll love.