Dianne Krause is a K–12 instructional technology specialist for the Wissahickon School District in Ambler, Pennsylvania, where she supports the infusion of innovative 21st-century tools, resources, and instructional practices. A former French teacher, she was identified as a Keystone Technology Innovator (KTI) in 2007 for her pioneering work integrating technology into her language classroom at a time when educational technology was still in its early stages. She now focuses on professional development, designing and leading workshops that empower educators to create meaningful, technology-rich learning experiences. The 2025 PAECT Technology Innovator of the Year award recipient, Dianne actively collaborates with educators to enhance teaching and learning in an evolving digital world. After attending summit in 2007, Dianne served as a KTI Lead Learner for over 10 years, helping to inspire and support educators across the Commonwealth.
Great teaching isn't confined within four walls. In this engaging session, participants will explore how effective, student-centered instructional strategies can be adapted from the traditional classroom to virtual learning environments without losing impact, engagement, or rigor.
Through practical examples, attendees will discover how familiar classroom practices—such as collaboration, discussion protocols, formative assessment, choice, feedback, and active learning—can be reimagined for online instruction. Participants will leave with adaptable strategies, digital tools, and implementation tips that support meaningful learning experiences in both face-to-face and virtual settings.
Whether you are new to online teaching or looking to enhance your virtual instruction, this session will provide actionable ideas that demonstrate how innovation can thrive anywhere learning takes place.
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