The 38^th annual TCEA Convention & Exposition will kick off on Monday, February 5 and run until Friday, February 9, 2018. Thousands of educators from around the world will come together to discover new resources, strategies, and best practices for advancing teaching and learning through the use of technology.

During the week, attendees—including PreK-16 teachers, librarians, campus technology specialists, technology directors, and district and campus administrators—can attend more than 1,000 interactive sessions and hands-on workshops. They will also have access to networking opportunities, interactive playgrounds, and an exhibit hall full of the latest and greatest in educational technology from over 450 exhibitors.

Here are a few highlights of the 2018 Convention:

• Opening keynote speech by Oscar-award winning actress, writer, and actress Marlee Matlin and closing keynote by television personality and youth advocate Judge Glenda Hatchett.
• #ITgotReal and The Experience at the Digital Square which allow attendees to get hands on with the latest technology from virtual and augmented reality to robots.
• Facilitated networking in Solution Circles where educators with shared initiatives and issues can join in focused discussions.
• The Poster Pavilion where attendees can see multiple presentations on the same topic in a relaxed, come-and-go environment.