Entrepreneurship in the Classroom (Virtual session)

Session Format: Virtual

Target Audience: K-8th Grade Teachers
Instructor: Shawn Carson, Entrepreneurship Curriculum Director, UTK Anderson Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This workshop introduces teachers to practical ways of integrating entrepreneurship into the classroom, helping students build creativity, problem‑solving skills, and an innovative mindset. Learn from experts from the Anderson Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at UT Knoxville who will share real‑world insights and examples drawn from the Center’s mission to empower future entrepreneurs. Participants will explore accessible resources and classroom‑ready activities that bring entrepreneurial thinking to life for younger learners. By the end of the session, teachers will gain tools and confidence to nurture student-led ideas and support authentic, project‑based learning experiences.