Past Literacy, Future Literacy / AI (Session 2) - Rob McCormack

Past Literacy, Future Literacy / AI (Session 2)

A VALBEC (Victorian Adult Literacy and Basic Education Council) Professional Learning session presented by Rob McCormack.

Please note: This is the second session of two. The previous session is scheduled for Wednesday 12 August from 5:30pm - 6:30pm.

Building on the first session, this interactive workshop explores the impact of artificial intelligence on adult literacy pedagogy and the broader education sector.

Participants will examine the history of AI, its relationship to human language, and its implications for teaching and learning. The session also introduces the work of Mary Kalantzis and Bill Cope, highlighting how their pedagogy has evolved alongside digital technologies and AI while maintaining a strong commitment to equity, ethics and social justice in education.

Rob is a retired independent academic with decades of experience researching and developing pedagogies for Second Chance Education, particularly in Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) education. Throughout his career, he has worked across schools, TAFE, the community education sector and higher education, bringing a wealth of knowledge and practical insight to adult learning. Rob is passionate about exploring how language, literacy and emerging technologies shape teaching and learning, and how educators can respond thoughtfully to these changes.

We look forward to seeing you there.

VALBEC PL Forums Team

Who: Rob McCormack

When: Wednesday 19 August 5:30pm - 6:30pm AEST

Where: Zoom

Cost: VALBEC Members Free. Non-Members $10