Event Phone: 608-732-5460

Duration: 1 Hour
Target Audience: ELA Educators

🕒 1-Hour Agenda

1. Welcome & Introduction (5 minutes)

• Brief introduction to the webinar and objectives.
• Quick poll: “How familiar are you with AI in literacy instruction?”
• Overview of AI’s potential in reading and writing education.

2. Understanding AI in Literacy Instruction (10 minutes)

• What is AI? (Definition and real-world applications in ELA).
• AI’s role in personalized reading experiences and writing support.
• How AI is transforming the way students engage with text.

3. AI for Personalized Reading & Recommendations (10 minutes)

• AI-driven reading platforms that adapt to student needs.
• Tools that suggest books and articles based on reading levels and interests.
• Hands-on demo: Exploring AI-powered reading tools.

4. AI-Assisted Writing & Feedback (10 minutes)

• AI-generated writing prompts and story development tools.
• AI for grammar and style suggestions to support student writing.
• Live demonstration of AI-powered feedback tools.

5. AI for Creative Storytelling & Text Analysis (10 minutes)

• Using AI to generate and expand narratives.
• AI-driven analysis of literary themes, tone, and style.
• Discussion: How can AI foster student creativity and critical thinking?

6. Ethical Considerations & Responsible AI Use (10 minutes)

• The role of AI in academic integrity and originality.
• Discussing biases in AI-generated content.
• Teaching students to evaluate and refine AI-generated texts.

7. Hands-On Activity & Q&A (15 minutes)

• Live demonstration of an AI-powered writing or reading tool.
• Small group discussion: “How can AI support literacy instruction in your classroom?”
• Open Q&A session for participants.

Key Takeaways:

✔️ AI can personalize and enhance reading and writing experiences.
✔️ AI-powered feedback supports student growth in literacy skills.
✔️ Ethical AI use is essential in academic settings.
✔️ Educators should guide students in using AI responsibly for reading and writing.