Love of Teaching Conference
Love of Teaching Conference 2025
Saturday, April 26, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Remotely via Zoom
The Love of Teaching Conference celebrates the art, dedication, and transformative power of being an unforgettable and impactful educator. It honors the passion that drives teaching and the profound influence educators have on their students’ lives. This conference brings educators together to network, share insights, engage in meaningful discussions, and learn from one another. It’s a space to celebrate the profession, reflect on why we chose to teach, and reignite the spark that makes teaching so rewarding.
Storytelling is more than a teaching strategy—it's a transformative tool that can spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and create inclusive, engaging learning environments across all disciplines. This dynamic half-day virtual conference will explore the power of storytelling to enhance instruction in STEM, the humanities, and career-focused fields.
Participants will discover how storytelling can:
- Increase student engagement and critical thinking
- Support creative, inclusive approaches to teaching
- Help students meaningfully demonstrate understanding
- Empower educators across STEM, humanities, and career-focused fields
- Whether you’re just beginning to explore storytelling or ready to integrate it deeply into your practice, this event offers something for everyone
Keynote Speaker: Matthew Decker
To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Gloria Barron. Requests should be made by at least two weeks in advance of the event.
Matthew Decker
Associate Professor of English, Montgomery College
Co-Coordinator, Smithsonian Faculty Fellowship
Matthew Decker is a nationally recognized leader in digital storytelling and faculty development. With over a decade of experience at Montgomery College, he has helped educators across disciplines harness storytelling to break barriers and elevate student voice. His keynote will provide insight, inspiration, and practical approaches to using storytelling as a force for inclusive, transformative teaching.
How to Register for Conference
- To receive Professional Development credit, you must use MC Learns through Workday to register for the Love of Teaching Conference.
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If you have questions or comments, or want additional information about this event, please contact Gloria Barron.
If you need an accommodation based on a disability, please contact Phil Bonner and/or Gloria Barron by email or by phone at 240-483-2634 at least two weeks prior to the event.