“Student Perspective: Using AI to Create Individualized, Accessible Reading Materials,” a PowerPoint presentation by Sarah Chew and Bridget Brown, with Marissa Bloodgood and Eric Boulahanis, shows how artificial intelligence (AI) can help college students with intellectual disability better understand reading materials.
The presentation explains that the original method required staff to rewrite materials by hand in plain language. This took a lot of time and did not work well for every student because reading needs vary.
The presenters describe a new approach that teaches students how to use AI tools to simplify text on their own. This allows students to adjust reading materials to match their individual comprehension levels. The presentation highlights how this approach can create more flexible and accessible reading experiences while also supporting student independence.
Why we recommend it:
This presentation shows how students with intellectual disability can use AI tools to adjust reading materials to match their own understanding, instead of relying on one simplified version created by staff. It is recommended because it demonstrates how technology can support reading access, choice, and independence for students.