January 11 - 14, 2026
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
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Learning Liberated: Students Showcase the Future of Immersive Education

January 12, 2026
WF1&2 Tangerine Ballroom
ALL Tracks
Step into the future of learning with this dynamic MEGA Session featuring administrators from Optima Academy Online, an executive from Meta, and the voices that matter most—students. Together, they will showcase how immersive virtual reality is transforming K–12 education. From administrators shaping strategy, to industry leaders driving innovation, to students demonstrating the projects they’ve created inside the metaverse classroom, you’ll see firsthand how spatial computing brings engagement, creativity, and real-world application to life. This session highlights the power of collaboration between schools, technology partners, and learners in reimagining what education can be.
Takeaways:

· Insights into how partnerships with tech leaders like Meta can expand access to next-generation learning tools.

· Examples of projects and Capstone experiences that demonstrate mastery through spatial computing.

· Inspiration to rethink traditional instruction—seeing how creativity, collaboration, and innovation can coexist in a rigorous curriculum.

· Confidence that the future of education blends timeless teaching with transformative technology.

 
Speakers
Mr. Adam Mangana, CEO - Optima Academy Online
Dr. Kim Abel, Head of School - Optima Academy Online

Access Type

All Registration Types Permitted

Session Type

Mega Session

Topic

AR/VR/MR/XR (Immersive Technologies)

Level

PK-12

Curriculum Area

Emerging Technology (AI/AR/VR/XR/MR/3D Printing/Metaverse/etc.)