Center for Innovation, Design, & Digital Learning

We are a national center to improve faculty capacity to use educational technology in personnel preparation programs striving to meet the needs of all learners.

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CIDDL’s latest Office Hours with Joe Sabado explores what’s ahead for AI integration across colleges and universities.
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During our recent CIDDL Office Hours session, Cheryl Lemke, President and CEO of The Metiri Group, walked participants through a practical seven-step workflow for using generative AI to analyze open-ended student and educator responses.

https://t.co/jWcOm1fuvg

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Special education teachers are beginning to use generative AI to lighten administrative tasks like IEP writing and lesson planning but there’s still a gap in how it’s trained and supported.

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AI & Education: Getting Ready for What’s Next
CIDDL is exploring how educators can prepare for the future—both through building AI literacy and gearing up for TED 2025 in Kansas City!

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Campus AI Exchange: A Growing Hub for Responsible AI in Higher Education
This expanding hub supports colleges and universities in shaping their AI strategies.

Discover how your campus can plan and use AI responsibly and effectively.

Read more here: https://t.co/LwxftBMuUu

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CIDDL Office Hours: Harnessing AI for Grading & Progress Monitoring
This session, featuring Dr. Sean Smith & Dr. Samantha Goldman from KU, dives into AI SCORE.
Read More: https://t.co/e2Kc3yt6WY

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AI is Opening Doors- https://t.co/erMdI043xI

Empowering Independence: UCF’s pilot shows how everyday tech can help young adults with disabilities build independence and job skills. https://t.co/i3jkMnspOI

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Our latest CIDDL Webinar Series explores how technology can strengthen self-determination skills. Featuring Dr. Karrie Shogren and the Goal Setting Challenge app, this webinar shows how digital tools can help students set goals, make plans, and reflect on progress.

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Tech can transform learning for students with disabilities—but barriers like access and training stand in the way. Supporting teachers with ongoing PD, collaboration, and accessible tools makes the difference.
Read more here: https://t.co/qRFbpoLcqm

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Research and Practice Brief: Tech in Rural Special Ed with Dr. Brittany Hott https://t.co/KE6E4HZgj6

Join CIDDL Office Hours!
Hosts: Olivia Coleman & Danielle Waterfield
Topic: AI and IEP Development
Register: https://t.co/GBEoXEczd6
📅 Tue, Sept 30 | 3 PM CT / 4 PM ET

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Ready to kick off the semester with less stress and more impact? Check out CIDDL’s latest blog highlighting cool AI tools that save teachers time and help students learn smarter.
https://t.co/PDlUr1vWOv

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📅 Next up: Sept 16 | 3 PM CT / 4 PM ET
Join Dr. James Basham to kick off the conversation on AI Literacy.
🔗 Register: https://t.co/I2zF02m0LY

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This new post unpacks the difference between performance (getting the right answer with AI’s help) and true learning(being able to think, solve, and transfer knowledge independently—even when AI isn’t there).
Read it here: https://t.co/rtff43wbzW

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As Dr. Victor Lee reminds us: “It’s not enough to know what AI does—we must teach what AI is, what it isn’t, and the responsibility that comes with it.”

Read more here: https://t.co/npe9hNr1be

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Dr. James Basham shares practical ways to bring AI into teacher prep, from quick syllabus updates to real-world practicum tie-ins. See how educators are making AI both approachable in the classroom.
Blog: https://t.co/VECM8hL4tp
Office Hours Recap: https://t.co/mQOg8tMwG0

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Ready for an AI-powered school year? CIDDL’s new guide shows how departments can train faculty, plan strategically, and collaborate for the future of special ed. Check out this week's blog written by Dr. James Basham for more information: https://t.co/8fUNpQpQOZ

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CIDDL’s latest brief showcases how integrating game-based learning (GBL) revolutionizes STEM education—engaging and energizing students of all abilities, especially those with disabilities. It’s not just fun; it builds confidence, motivation, and deeper understanding.

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Families can turn everyday moments into opportunities to explore AI together! This week's blog is about how the home can be a playful space for learning and connection. Discover how parents and kids can grow together in the age of smart tech.
https://t.co/1QIQv5Y1F4

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At #WWDC25, Apple unveiled a new “Liquid Glass” design, on-device AI like Live Translate, and powerful accessibility tools — including App Store accessibility labels, Braille Access, and Mac Magnifier. Big wins for classrooms and teacher prep!