National Webinar Series | Strategic AI Use for Family Literacy Organizations and Educators

For family literacy providers, the question about AI isn’t just “how do I use this?” but “how do I use it well?” and “why is it worth my time?” In this interactive session, we will move beyond the hype and one-off tutorials to explore a practical, human-centered approach to AI. Drawing on an AI integration framework, research, and examples from adult education, literacy workers in all roles will leave with new insights for maintaining the “human touch” while harnessing the benefits of AI to support your mission.

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About the Speakers:

Rachel Riggs is a thought leader in AI literacy and innovation. Through World Education’s AI for Learning and Work practice area, she oversees diverse projects in research, teacher professional development, and digital learning. Rachel also acts as Consulting Director of the Adult Literacy & Learning Impact Network (ALL IN). She is passionate about promoting strategic and inclusive technology integration and leveraging educators’ expertise to drive innovation with emerging technologies. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at NC State University.

Jen Vanek, Ph.D. is a researcher and professional learning facilitator with over 20 years of experience designing and scaling professional development across state, national, and international contexts in English language education, digital literacy, and digital learning. She fosters collaborative growth through Communities of Practice and iterative co-design methodologies to improve instruction and technology integration, and is known for directing mixed-methods research and providing technical assistance that bridges innovative edtech and classroom practice. Jen has co-led several IES-funded research projects on technology use in adult literacy and language education, and her publications shape practitioner work, education policy, and edtech development for adult education.