AI-Powered Literacy Learning
Investigating conversational and multimodal AI systems that support children’s reading and language development.
About AILE Lab
The AI and Literacy Education Lab (AILE Lab), launched in December 2024, investigates how artificial intelligence can transform children’s literacy learning and development. The lab brings together researchers and student researchers from Education, Computer Science, and related fields to design, develop, and evaluate AI-powered tools that support children’s language, literacy, and cognitive development across diverse learning contexts.
The AILE Lab explores how artificial intelligence can serve as a meaningful learning partner for children, while supporting educators, families, and communities through responsible and evidence-based innovation.
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Human-Centered AI
Designing AI systems that prioritize children’s learning experiences, engagement, and developmental needs.
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Literacy Learning
Exploring AI-supported approaches for vocabulary, reading, comprehension, and language development.
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Interdisciplinary Innovation
Connecting education, computer science, and learning sciences to advance the future of AI-enhanced learning.
Research Areas
Our research examines how responsible AI can expand literacy learning across the places children read, talk, and grow.
Child-AI Interaction
Understanding how children interact with AI learning partners and how AI can adapt to children’s needs.
Home Literacy Environments
Exploring how AI can support families and caregivers in creating enriched literacy experiences.
AI in Education Design
Developing and evaluating responsible AI technologies for children, educators, and learning communities.
Current Projects
Active inquiries connecting foundational research with the everyday realities of children, families, and educators.
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AI as a Literacy Learning Partner
Examining how AI and caregivers support children’s vocabulary learning and literacy development.
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Multimodal AI Reading Systems
Developing AI learning environments integrating conversation, visual supports, and adaptive feedback.
AI in Literacy Education Research Review
Mapping emerging research on artificial intelligence applications in literacy education.
From Research to Practice
Translating AI literacy research into meaningful educational applications for children and families.
Our Team
The AILE Lab brings together faculty researchers, student researchers, and interdisciplinary collaborators who share a commitment to advancing AI-supported learning.
Faculty Director
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Student Researchers
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Research Collaborators
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Research Impact
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