Harnessing AI to Enhance Reading Comprehension & Learning Outcomes for Students with Disabilities

During this HAI seminar, scholars presented their findings from a randomized controlled trial evaluating the impact of an AI-based tool on reading comprehension among middle and high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This session also explored the current and future landscape of AI in education, highlighting how emerging technologies, combined with audio and visual interfaces, are transforming assistive tools and enabling adaptive, personalized learning with universal design. The discussion focused on the collaborative potential between educators, engineers, and AI systems to enhance student experiences and improve learning outcomes. This seminar was recorded on November 12, 2025 at Stanford University.