Beyond the Prompt: Epistemic Curiosity and the Future of AI in Learning
Is AI strengthening students' thinking, or replacing it?
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Artificial intelligence is changing how students learn, but is it fueling curiosity or quietly replacing the thinking process? JoinĀ student researcher Chantel Newman as she shares key findings from her research project exploring how generative AI impacts teen curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity.Ā
Whether you're an educator shaping classroom expectations, a school leader developing AI policies, a student navigating responsible AI use, or simply curious about the future of learning, this webinar offers research-backed insights and practical takeaways you can apply right away. Discover when AI enhances learning, when it begins to replace it, and how we can ensure technology empowers students without diminishing authentic thinking.
Webinar Highlights:
In this session, weā€™ll cover:
- Original research on how generative AI affects teen curiosity and learning
- Comparison of student work created with No AI, Ethical AI, and Full AI support
- How different levels of AI use impact critical thinking, creativity, and student ownership
- What "ethical AI use" looks like in real classroom scenarios
- The future of AI in education and authentic learning
What You Will Gain:
Attendees will walk away with:
- A deeper understanding of how AI influences student curiosity and cognitive engagement
- Clear distinctions between responsible AI use and overreliance on AI
- Practical ideas for creating classroom policies and assignment guidelines that encourage authentic learning
- Research-backed insights to inform conversations about AI with students, colleagues, and school leaders
Why Attend?
AI is transforming education at an unprecedented pace, but understanding how it affects student learning is essential. This webinar moves beyond opinions and headlines by sharing original student-led research and practical strategies educators can apply immediately. Whether you're shaping AI policies, designing classroom experiences, developing educational technology, or simply trying to better understand AI's impact on today's students, you'll leave with evidence-based insights and actionable ideas to support meaningful, ethical learning in the age of artificial intelligence.
Take Action Today!Meet Chantel!
Chantel Newman is a rising senior at Xavier College Preparatory, where she maintains a 4.0 unweighted GPA and a 4.604 weighted GPA while pursuing a rigorous AP curriculum. She is a member of the National Honor Society and serves as President of Students for Social Action, where she grew membership from 10 to 140 students and has led several community service initiatives.
A varsity cross-country athlete, student ambassador, and member of the Scottsdale Mayor's Youth Council, Chantel is passionate about leadership, civic engagement, and creating positive change. She has completed more than 350 hours of community service and serves on the MORIAH Peer Advisory Board, supporting children with special needs.
Chantel's interest in emerging technology and education led her to conduct her AP Research study on How GenAI Impacts Teens' Curiosity. She recently participated in Arizona's first Tech Week, where she presented her research findings and joined conversations about the future of AI and learning. As a student researcher, she is particularly passionate about the enhanced learning, creativity, and human potential.
