This session explores how K–12 media specialists and academic librarians can work together to build strong, sustainable pathways for AI literacy. The program highlights shared challenges, practical teaching strategies, and collaborative tools that support students as they move from foundational learning through higher education and beyond. Participants learn how cross‑institution partnerships can strengthen critical thinking, ethical AI use, and research skills. The session offers real‑world examples and easy starting points for anyone interested in creating a connected, future‑ready learning community.
Media Literacy Librarian and Liaison to Communication Studies & Political Science & Public Administration, and Psycholog, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am EDT Lafayette 1
The ELITE Faculty Innovations Lab at the University of Miami launched in October 2025 to transform courses using AI. It’s January 2026 and our experiment is in full effect.Because levels of adoption vary, we promote AI in various ways, including:hands-on and discussion-based workshops and guest webinarsnewsletter focused on exploring AI in eachvideo series highlighting ed tech tools that integrate AIAI-heavy course pilotsfaculty champions model how AI transforms teaching and learningCommunity of Practice (CoP) courseELITE would appreciate the chance to share details on each and how our approach is developing with our community.
Senior Instructional Designer, Miami Herbert Business School
I’m a Senior Instructional Designer with the ELITE Faculty Innovations Lab at the University of Miami’s Miami Herbert Business School. I draw on my background in education and extensive experience in advanced online instructional design to help faculty innovate, implement AI-enhanced... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:40am - 10:10am EDT Lafayette 1
AI on Trial: Teaching Justice, Ethics, and Equity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence examines the intentional integration of artificial intelligence into an introductory Justice Studies course at a UNC System Historically Black College and University (HBCU) participating in an Generative AI pilot initiative. Centered on ethical reasoning, algorithmic bias, and accountability, this session highlights a justice-centered AI pedagogy that prioritizes critical thinking over automation. The course design incorporates modular learning pathways through which students earn micro-certificates upon successful completion, reinforcing skill development and accountability. Drawing on course structure, assignments, and student engagement, the presentation offers adaptable models for responsibly embedding AI into justice-focused curricula.
