The traditional FloridaACE Drive-In Conference converted to a fully virtual format in 2022 and is all about making connections and growing your FloridaACE network.
Through roundtables, discussions, and breakout conversations, the Digital Summit explores topics within the changing world of career services and university recruiting. This event also provides opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the state at a minimal cost.
2024 Digital Summit
Thursday, November 7 & Friday, November 8
12pm-4pm & 8:30am-1pm
Theme: Gamification for Career Success
The 2024 Digital Summit will focus on gamification and game-based learning, showcasing innovative approaches to elevate and transform student career readiness. This year’s summit will feature expert talks, resource panels, and discussions on integrating emerging technologies, alongside practical strategies for program implementation in both career services and employer partnerships. Speakers will include organizations like UCF’s Center for Distributed Learning, Enterprise Mobility, and Florida Atlantic University.
Digital Summit Schedule:
Day 1 – (Afternoon Sessions 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Welcome Networking
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Opening Remarks
1:30 PM - 2:20 PM: Session 1: Leveling Up Career Readiness: An Introduction to Gamification and Game-Based Learning featuring Debra Luken of UCF’s Center for Distributed Learning
2:30 PM - 3:20 PM: Session 2: Achievement Unlocked: The Power of Gamification in Career Development featuring Employer and Career Services Partners
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Session 3: Game On: Engaging Career Development Through Gamification and Game-Based Learning
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Closing Remarks and Wrap-Up Open Networking
Day 2 – (Morning Sessions 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Coffee Chats
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Affinity groups
9:00 AM – 9:10am Welcome to Day 2
9:10 AM – 9:55 AM: Session 4: Game Master: Crafting Career Adventures with Resources and Best Practices featuring UCF and Florida Polytechnic University
10:00 AM - 10:55 AM: Session 5: From Concept to Creation: Building Strategy Games with ChatGPT for Higher Education with Florida Atlantic University
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM: Session 6: Play to Win: Gamification Tactics for Enhancing Job Search Skills through Badging and Micro-Credentialing
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Closing Remarks
Ideas or Questions About the Digital Summit?
Contact Amy Kavanaugh, Professional Development Director at [email protected].
The Digital Summit is Sponsored by:
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