BRING THE POWER OF ENGAGEMENT TO YOUR EVENT
Dynamic. Research-Backed. Unforgettable.
LET’S DO THIS!
Looking to ignite your next conference, professional development day, or leadership retreat? Let Michael Matera and John Meehan bring the energy, insight, and innovation that have made EMC² Learning the go-to resource for student engagement. With years of classroom experience, bestselling books, and hundreds of standing-room-only sessions under their belts, this duo delivers presentations that don’t just inspire — they transform.
Spark. Share. Shine.
Discover why EMC² Speaking hits different.
WHY EMC² SPEAKING WORKS
Our sessions aren’t just inspiring — they’re actionable. We blend research, real-world classroom experience, and hands-on strategies to help educators level up fast. No fluff. Just powerful ideas that work.
- Classroom-Tested Ideas – Every strategy shared has been battle-tested in real classrooms.
- Customizable Topics – From gamification to grading reform, each session is tailored to your needs.
- Engaging and Interactive – No passive PD here. We walk the walk with hands-on, high-energy sessions.
- Backed by Research – Grounded in educational psychology and instructional design, not just anecdotes.
- Built for ALL Educators – Whether you’re K–12 or higher ed, new teacher or veteran, there’s value for everyone.
POPULAR THEMES
From high-energy keynotes to deep-dive workshops, our sessions are designed to meet the moment. Whether you’re tackling student engagement, rethinking assessment, or exploring the future of learning, we bring practical, ready-to-use strategies tailored to your needs. Here are just a few of the themes schools and conferences love most found in our PD:
- Student Centered Instruction – Strategies that shift the focus from teacher-led to student-driven — without sacrificing structure or standards.
- Creative Assessment & Feedback – Rethink what assessment can look like with meaningful, memorable, and mastery-focused alternatives.
- Instructional Design for Engagement – Design lessons that spark curiosity, encourage risk-taking, and get students excited to learn.
- Gamified Learning – Explore how game mechanics can drive motivation, deepen learning, and transform classroom culture.
- Teacher Engagement & Wellness – Recharge your staff with high-energy strategies to boost morale, creativity, and professional joy.
- Future-Ready Classrooms – Practical tools and ideas to harness emerging tech, including AI, for authentic learning.
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL) – Design lessons that work for all learners. Discover flexible strategies that remove barriers, increase access, and empower every student to succeed.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
From packed keynotes to hands-on workshops, the feedback is clear: EMC² sessions stick. Teachers leave inspired. Leaders see results. And the buzz lasts long after the day is done.
“Best PD we’ve had in years — hands down.”
— Assistant Principal, Texas
“They don’t just talk about engagement. They model it.”
— Instructional Coach, Nebraska
“Every teacher left with something they could use the next day.”
— District PD Coordinator, Arkansas
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Whether you’re hosting a national conference, a regional event, or a school-based PD day, we’re ready to help. Let’s make your next event the one people talk about all year.
