LAC Voices: Lead. Align. Connect.

You are invited to join us at LAC Voices, the meet-up series from the Learning Analytics Collaborative. Held multiple times a year across the globe, LAC Voices is more than just a user group, it's a dynamic forum for connection, innovation, and shared growth. Our mission is to bring together our community of LAC member schools, alongside educators and leaders interested in the transformative power of data. Each event is an opportunity to build and strengthen a collective culture of data use, turning information into actionable insights that drive student learning and school improvement.


Join us to connect with peers, exchange practical strategies, and explore real-world case studies from schools like yours.

What to Expect at LAC Voices:

Connect with a Global Community: Network with fellow data-informed educators, share your successes and challenges, and build lasting professional relationships
Upcoming Announcements: Be the first to hear about new developments, upcoming features, and the future direction of the Learning Analytics Collaborative.
Tailored Professional Learning: We offer dedicated streams to ensure everyone leaves with valuable, role-specific takeaways:
  1. For Academic Leaders and Educators: Engage in rich discussions on fostering a data-informed culture, enhancing data literacy, and implementing effective discussion protocols.
  2. For Technical Leaders and Implementers: Dive into hands-on sessions covering technical how-tos, platform tips and tricks, and deep dives into functionalities.
  3. For the Curious: Discover the powerful potential of LAC to support your school's goals.

LAC Voices Events

LAC Voices: Guangzhou

Date:

September 6, 2025

Location:

American International School of Guangzhou

Cost:

Free of charge

We are thrilled to announce our inaugural LAC Voices event in Asia, hosted at the American International School of Guangzhou. This special event is presented in partnership with PeerSphere and AISG.

The day is designed as a comprehensive data summit. We will kick off with LAC Voices in the morning—a dedicated forum for our user community to connect, share, and learn. Following this, attendees will participate in the engaging half-day session, 'Data for Learning: Making Student Data Actionable', leveraging the expertise of our partners to deepen your school's data practices.

Join us to exchange ideas, discuss lessons learned, and gain hands-on training that will help you foster a robust culture of data utilization tailored to your school's unique needs.

Agenda

Morning Session Details

**This session is specifically designed for current and prospective users of LAC

08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Registration & Coffee
08:30 AM - 09:15 AM
LAC Showcase (All morning participants)
09:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Breakout Sessions (choose one)
  • LAC Users: Academic leaders. (Bring your LAC-enabled device) 
  • LAC Users: Technical leaders. (Bring your LAC-enabled device)
  • New to LAC: Introductory workshop for educators not yet using LAC. (No prior experience needed)
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Breakout Sessions (choose one)
  • LAC Roadmap
  • Evaluating Your Data Culture Workshop
Afternoon Session Details
PeerSphere Peer-to-Peer Session
This session is for everyone interested in improving their understanding and use of student data. You’ll share experiences and explore practical strategies applicable regardless of your current analytics platforms or Learning Management Systems (LMS).
12:30 PM – 01:00 PM
Arrival, Registration & Networking
01:00 PM – 01:15 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
01:15 PM - 01:45 PM
Keynote Session with Emma Burns & Piotr Olczak: Transforming Data into Actionable Insights
01:45 PM- 03:15 PM
Breakout Sessions (choose one)
  • Leading with Data: Building a Culture of Inquiry
  • Demystifying Data: Building Staff Confidence & Competence
  • Data-Driven Instruction: Tailoring Learning to Student Needs
  • Using Data to Foster Student Agency
  • Visualizing Data for Effective Decision-Making
03:15 PM- 03:30 PM
Break
03:30 PM - 04:15 PM
Demo Slam and Marketplace (Open forum: Share tools and best practices)
04:15 PM - 04:45 PM
Panel Discussion (Identifying actionable steps)
04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing Reflections (Participants submit key takeaways)

LAC Voices: Amsterdam

Date:

February 28th, 2026

Location:

Center for Development, Learning & Technology, International School of Amsterdam

Cost:

50 EUR for LAC Members, 100 EUR for Non-LAC Schools

Our second LAC Voices event will take place at the Center for Development, Learning & Technology at the renowned International School of Amsterdam. This one day forum is designed for the entire LAC community and any educator passionate about building a school-wide culture of data-informed decision-making.

This event will offer a deep dive into best practices for data collection, the art of effective data visualization, and strategies for sharing insights meaningfully with teachers, school leaders, parents, and students. Connect with a diverse community of educators and tech leaders from across the region to share and learn together.

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and your understanding of learning analytics in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Registration is now open, but spaces are limited. We encourage you to register early to guarantee your participation.

Agenda

Morning Session Details
8:30 AM – 09:00 AM
Registration & Welcome Coffee
Arrive, check-in, and connect with fellow attendees to start the day.
09:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Opening Plenary: Connect, Share, and Inspire
Kick off the day with real-world case studies from member schools, and interactive networking activities.
10:30 AM- 10:45 AM
Networking Break
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Morning Breakout Sessions
Choose one track that best fits your role and professional goals:
  • Leadership
    Strategic Initiatives: Identifying, understanding and communicating your school’s key strategic priorities.
  • Academic
    From Data to Dialogue: Activating Teacher Collaboration with protocols.
  • Student Support
    A Holistic View: Measuring What Matters for Student Wellbeing
  • Technical Hub
    Mastering the Flow: Data Management & Warehousing strategies
  • New to LAC
    Discovering the Potential: An Introduction to LAC
  • Community Partners
    Self-Directed Collaboration Space for any community groups that require time for discussion.
Afternoon Session Details
12:15 PM – 01:15 PM
Networking Lunch
Continue the morning's conversations over a complimentary lunch.
01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
Afternoon Workshops: Deep Dive into Practice
Choose one workshop for a practical, LAC member-school-led session:
  • Leadership
    Leading the Change: Developing a Data-Informed Culture with LAC
  • Academic
    Explore LAC tools and learn how schools use data with teachers and students.
  • Student Support
    Explore LAC tools and learn how learning support and counselling teams use data to guide processes.
  • Technical Leaders
    The Engine Room: Data Governance
  • New to LAC
    Taking the Pulse: Evaluating Your School's Data Culture
02:45 PM - 03:15 PM
Afternoon Refreshment Break
03:15 PM - 04:30 PM
Community Idea Exchange: A Marketplace of Ideas
Bring your most interesting topics and questions to this interactive session, where we'll join dynamic, rotating groups to explore ideas and share wisdom.
04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing & Commitment to Action
Reflect on key insights and share actionable next steps to take back to your school.
05:00 PM onwards
Networking Social
Join us for an informal social gathering to unwind and connect with new colleagues.