Advancing AI Literacy through Open Pedagogy in Public Speaking Courses

Thursday, October 01, 2026 | 9:30AM–10:30AM MT
Session Type: Poster Session
Delivery Format: Poster Session
As generative AI reshapes teaching and learning, institutions are challenged to move toward meaningful, ethical, and discipline-specific AI literacy integration. This session introduces "Beyond the Podium: AI, Speech, and Civic Voice," an open, accessible resource that embeds AI literacy into public speaking courses. Learn how a cross-campus collaboration transformed AI priorities into a scalable, discipline-specific practice. Attendees will leave with practical strategies, adaptable examples, and a model for integrating AI literacy into curricula to support equitable, future-ready student learning.

Presenters

  • Bryan McGeary

    Learning Design and Open Education Engagement Librarian, The Pennsylvania State University

  • Sherry Rice

    Faculty Engagement Specialist, The Pennsylvania State University