AI for All: School Librarians Championing Equitable Learning with Artificial Intelligence

As AI reshapes education, school librarians are pivotal in ensuring these technologies promote equity and inclusion for all students. This session equips librarians with strategies to leverage AI as a force for creating accessible, personalized, and culturally relevant learning experiences. Explore AI tools that enhance accessibility. Learn to implement personalized learning powered by AI recommendation engines to tailor instruction and surface culturally responsive resources. Discover AI writing assistants that scaffold the learning process by providing customized feedback and support. While examining AI's equity potential, critically analyze the risks of algorithmic bias. Gain insights into auditing AI systems, mitigating bias, and developing an "AI ethics"mindset to uplift underrepresented student groups that build a comprehensive understanding of using AI to create equitable, student-centered environments. Leave empowered to lead responsible AI integration that ensures inclusivity and accessibility so all students receive fair opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive in the AI era.