Empowering Accessibility Through AI: ChatBots and Real-Time Compliance Tools

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 | 12:00PM–12:45PM ET
Session Type: Breakout Session
Delivery Format: Presentation/Panel Session
At this dynamic session, you will be introduced to innovative AI-powered tools designed to transform accessibility in higher education. You will learn how a trained course ChatBot and a real-time ADA compliance checker can support diverse student needs and ensure more equitable learning environments. With live demonstrations and interactive dialogue, you will explore how AI can address systemic accessibility gaps, promote autonomy for students with disabilities, and ease the implementation burden on faculty and staff. Backed by research, practical examples, and student feedback, this session will provide actionable strategies to enhance digital accessibility and foster inclusive teaching practices on your campus.            
 

Presenters

  • Toni Gist

    Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  • Tony Zhang

    Founder, AristAI Inc.

Resources & Downloads

  • Empowering Accessibility through AI

    Updated on 11/5/2025