Edtech Week 2025: The Emerging Intersection of AI and K–12 Literacy

The Emerging Intersection of AI and K–12 Literacy: Lessons Learned and the Path Ahead

How can AI meaningfully support literacy development in today’s classrooms—and what must we get right to ensure it does?

In this thought-provoking conversation, education and technology leaders will explore how AI is being used to enhance literacy instruction across diverse K–12 settings. From early applications to persistent challenges, panelists will share what they’ve learned so far—and where the field must go next to ensure equity, effectiveness, and educator empowerment.

This session brings together voices from education, technology, and policy to surface the key questions and promising pathways at the intersection of AI and literacy. Ideal for educators, edtech developers, researchers, and policymakers working to build stronger literacy outcomes with the help of emerging tools.

WHEN: October 20, 2025, 9:00 – 9:45 AM

Speakers:

Lalitha Vasudevan, Teachers College, Columbia University
Rachel Hashimshoni, Google
Annie Chechitelli, Turnitin
Medha Tare, Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop

Register here for EdTech Week
New York City
October 20-22, 2025