Invited Keynotes, Panels & Podcasts
Dr. Smigielski regularly speaks on responsible AI in education, inclusive pedagogy, and the future of teaching and learning. She has delivered keynote presentations and participated in panels for academic conferences, professional organizations, and educator communities.
April 2026 panel will be announced soon!
Keynote Speaker
Western New York AI Summit
Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) International â Buffalo/Niagara Chapter
Cheektowaga Central High School | April 23, 2026
Talk: Building Responsible AI for Early Reading: What School Partnerships Make Possible
This keynote explores how responsible artificial intelligence can support early literacy instruction through collaborative partnerships between researchers, educators, and school districts. Drawing on work from the Center for Early Literacy and Responsible AI (CELaRAI), the talk highlights how classroom-informed design and ethical AI principles can strengthen phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension supports for Kâ2 learners.
More information: https://pdkbuffaloniagara.org/wny-ai-summit/
Podcast Appearance
Achieving Joy and Mastery in Public Schools
Season 4, Episode 2
August 7, 2025
AI, Literacy, and Equity: How CELaRAI is Shaping the Future of Education at UB
Hosted by Brian Graham, this episode explores how the Center for Early Literacy and Responsible AI (CELaRAI) is developing responsible AI tools to support early reading instruction. Dr. Smigielski discusses inclusive education, equitable AI design, and how tools like the AI Reading Enhancer (AIRE) can help teachers support culturally and linguistically diverse learners while strengthening phonics, fluency, and comprehension.
Listen to the episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2041840/episodes/17632513-ai-literacy-and-equity-how-celarai-is-shaping-the-future-of-education-at-ub
Panelist
SUNY AI Symposium at the University at Buffalo
Panel: Developments in AI-Enabled Pedagogy
University at Buffalo | April 9, 2025
Dr. Smigielski participated in a panel exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping university teaching practices, instructional design, and student engagement across SUNY institutions. The discussion examined opportunities and challenges in integrating AI tools into higher education classrooms while maintaining equity, academic integrity, and responsible use of technology.
More information: https://www.buffalo.edu/content/dam/www/research/pdf/2025_SUNY_AI_Symposium_Program.pdf