Critical Thinking and Fact-Checking in the Age of AI: Building AI Literacy

Session 5: 9:15am-10:15am (Saturday March 08, 2025)

 

Description

As AI tools reshape education, critical thinking and fact-checking have become indispensable skills for educators and students alike. This session provides a collaborative forum to discuss strategies for evaluating AI-generated content, validating digital resources, and cultivating a critical mindset in an AI-driven world. Participants will: 1. Learn methods to assess credibility and accuracy in AI-generated materials. 2. Explore teaching approaches for fostering critical thinking and digital literacy. 3. Collaborate on real-world challenges and share best practices for ethical AI integration. Through interactive discussions, group exercises, and collective problem-solving, attendees will gain actionable insights to address AI-related challenges in their institutions. This session is tailored for teachers, adult educators, and administrators committed to building AI literacy and responsible digital citizenship.

Presenters

Lead Presenter Bio Photo

Olga Evans

University of San Francisco

Olga Evans, MA, MS, TESOL, a doctoral candidate in Higher Education and Adult Learning, is a multilingual, first-generation American with a diverse background in psychology and computer science. She is an experienced ESOL and L2Russian teacher specializing in program and curriculum development with a deep commitment to humanitarian work. Olga has extensive experience leading nonprofit organizations focused on supporting refugees and individuals affected by armed conflicts.

Type of Presentation

Panel or Facilitated discussion (60 minutes)

Audience

  • Teachers
  • Administrators
  • Support Staff (Transition Specialists, Counselors, Librarians, etc.)

Program Strands

  • Adult Basic Education
  • Adult Secondary Education
  • English as a Second Language
  • Short-term Career Technical Education
  • Workforce Preparation

Category Strands

  • Ensuring Equity and Access
  • Digital Learning Foundations
  • Designing Learning Experiences
  • Program Administration and Coordination