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AI's Impact on Dyslexia: A Student's Message to Teachers

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Colorado Convention Center, Innovation Arcade: Connections Theater

Innovation arcade: Connections theater

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Presenters

Holly Clark

AI in Education Strategist

The Infused Classroom
@HollyClarkEdu
@HollyClarkEdu

Holly Clark is an education leader, international speaker, bestselling author and student advocate. She’s a veteran educator who has spent over 15 years teaching in a 1:1 classroom, and over five years as an administrator in public and private schools. She holds a master’s degree in instructional design and educational technology from Columbia University. Clark is passionate about helping teachers create classrooms where students want to learn and can become the agents of their own thinking and understanding. She’s is a National Board Certified Teacher , MIEE and Google Certified Innovator .

Makenzie Gilkison

Nadine Gilkison

District Technology Integration Specialist

Franklin Township Schools
@NadineGilkison
@negilkison

For the last 10 years, I've served as the District Technology Integration Specialist at Franklin Township Schools in Indianapolis, focusing on enhancing the role of technology in education. I'm part of the Google Certified Innovator cohort NYC#19 and have created a blending board app for phonics instruction, which has surpassed a million downloads. A seasoned presenter at state and national tech conferences, I offer insights through keynotes and workshops. Passionate about helping both teachers and students excel in tech integration, my expertise spans a wide array of areas including edtech trend analysis, digital lesson remixes, accessibility, blended learning, and graphic design in education.

Session description

An essential session for every teachers, this features a student's candid story about dyslexia and the pivotal role AI has played in her growth journey. Joined by an educator who utilizes AI to meet diverse student needs, they will explore how AI fosters inclusive learning for ALL learners.

Purpose & objective

Objectives and Participant Outcomes:

Understanding the Role of AI for helping dyslexic and diverse learning needs:

Participants will gain an understanding of how AI tools can be effectively used to support students with dyslexia.
They will be able to identify specific AI applications that are beneficial in special education settings.

Empathy and Awareness:
Educators will develop a deeper empathy and awareness for the challenges faced by dyslexic learners.
They will learn strategies to create a more inclusive classroom environment that acknowledges and supports neuro-diverse students.

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Outline

Introduction to AI in Education (5 minutes)
Content: Brief overview of AI's role in modern education, with a focus on special education.
Activities: Video
Activity.
Personal Narrative: A Student's Journey with Dyslexia (10 minutes)

Content: A dyslexic student shares their experiences with dyslexia and AI assistance.
Activities: Storytelling session.
Process: Use a storytelling format to foster empathy and engagement.
Educator’s Insight on AI and Inclusive Learning (20 minutes)

Content: Demonstration of various AI tools designed for dyslexic learners. Led by teacher and student
Activities: Live demonstration or video showcasing AI tools.
Process: Allow audience members to ask questions during the demonstration for interactive learning.
Group Activity: Developing Inclusive Strategies (30 minutes)

Content: Brief group activity to brainstorm inclusive teaching strategies using AI.
Activities: Participants form small groups to discuss and share ideas.
Process: Facilitate peer-to-peer interaction and collaborative brainstorming.
Conclusion and Q&A (5 minutes)

Content: Summarize key points and open the floor for questions.
Activities: Final Q&A session.
Process: Encourage participants to ask questions and share insights.

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Supporting research

For AI:
This sessions will be taught by using examples from two schools who have been actively at the forefront of this technology using information from UNESCO, The Coming Wave: Technology, Power, and the Twenty-first Century's Greatest by Mustafa Suleyman, AI 2041 by Kai-Fu Lee and Scary Smart by Mo Gawdat. It also includes insights with work done with over 75k educators training them to use AI in their classrooms.

For Dyslexia

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Session specifications

Topic:

Artificial Intelligence

Grade level:

PK-12

Skill level:

Beginner

Audience:

Curriculum/district specialists, Principals/head teachers, Teachers

Attendee devices:

Devices required

Attendee device specification:

Laptop: Chromebook, Mac, PC

ISTE Standards:

For Educators:
Facilitator

Foster a culture where students take ownership of their learning goals and outcomes in both independent and group settings.

AI's Impact on Dyslexia: A Student's Message to Teachers

, Colorado Convention Center, Innovation Arcade: Connections Theater

Presenters

Session description

Purpose & objective

Outline

Supporting research

Session specifications

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