SXSW EDU 2025: AI Tools to Support Literacy & Computational Thinking

AI tools to support literacy & computational thinking 

Generative AI is arguably one of the most disruptive forces in the current tech landscape— with undeniable impact in K-12 learning. It has the potential to be an effective tool to personalize learning by curating content and promoting student collaboration. But we must also address important questions about how to integrate AI in safe, equitable, and ethical ways within classrooms.

This panel at SXSW EDU will share lessons learned through the creation and implementation of an AI-storytelling platform co-designed with students and educators in a low-income NYC public school district, and we will discuss effective strategies for implementing STEM, AI literacy, and creative writing activities in elementary school classrooms.

Lisa Guernsey (New America) will moderate AI Tools for Literacy and Computational Thinking with Azadeh Jamalian (The GIANT Room), Medha Tare (Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop), and Laina Vlasnik Yip (Robin Hood Fund for Learning and Technology) on Monday, March 3 at 4pm CT in Room 10AB.

This is an accredited session for CPE credit.

Monday, 03/03/2025
4-5 pm CT
Austin Convention Center
Room 10AB