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Welcome to the Annual Idaho STEM Conference, presented by ICTM, ISTA, IDEEA, and CSTA! Join us on July 30th and 31st at Mountain View High School in Meridian, Idaho. An optional field trip day will be held on August 1st at various locations.  

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Keynote: STEM Futures – Why Worldbuilding, Nature, and Imagination Are the Keys to Unlocking Your Students’ Potential
Wednesday July 30, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
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Question: How can worldbuilding inspire students to think bigger, solve real-world problems, and prepare for the future?

From the books and comics we read to the video games students love, worldbuilding is more than just storytelling—it’s a powerful tool for shaping the future. Every major breakthrough, from space exploration to AI, starts as an idea—a world imagined before it becomes real. But how do we teach students to leverage worldbuilding to further engage with STEM subject matter and build the futures they desire?

In this keynote, Astrobiofuturist Billy Almon will help us explore how worldbuilding unlocks creativity, systems thinking, and problem-solving in STEM education. We’ll also uncover why nature is the greatest worldbuilder of all, providing time-tested blueprints for innovation and resilience. Through real-world examples and interactive storytelling, educators will leave with fresh strategies to help students dream big, adapt to change, and navigate the unknown with confidence.

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Billy Almon

Astrobiofuturist
Billy Almon is an Astrobiofuturist who uses nature’s hidden wonders to design innovative solutions that improve the human condition—both for those on Earth and those venturing to the stars. Through his Dream and Adapt Framework, Billy inspires leaders, educators, and creators... Read More →
Wednesday July 30, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
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