From Struggling to Thriving: How AI is Revolutionizing Inclusion in PreK-12

Inclusion in Action Conference
2025

Session Description

In this dynamic session, discover how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the educational landscape for struggling learners and students with disabilities in Catholic PreK-12 schools. We’ll explore innovative ways AI is being leveraged to create more inclusive, engaging, and personalized learning experiences that align with Catholic values and mission. Participants will also learn how the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework can guide the integration of AI tools, ensuring that technology supports multiple means of engagement, representation, and action for all learners. By embedding AI into a UDL-based approach, educators can effectively differentiate instruction, provide real-time feedback, and promote equitable access to the curriculum. Join us to learn how AI and UDL together can empower educators, foster collaboration, and ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive academically and spiritually.

Objectives

  • Understand how AI technologies can be integrated within a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework to support struggling learners and students with disabilities in Catholic PreK-12 education.
  • Identify specific AI tools and strategies that facilitate multiple means of engagement, representation, and action, enhancing inclusive practices in the classroom.
  • Develop practical approaches to implement AI-driven solutions that align with Catholic educational values, fostering collaboration and equitable access for all students.
Sean J. Smith, PhD

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Sean J. Smith, PhD