Illustrated notes featuring speakers in a past edition by Dr. Jojo Karlin via Twitter. Rights reserved.

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Gen AI and the Wikipedia Assignment: Challenges and Opportunities

Tuesday, August 26, 2025
10 am Pacific / 1 pm Eastern
 
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There’s little doubt that generative AI chatbots built on large language models are reshaping how students approach research and writing – but what are the implications for high-impact, public-serving coursework like the Wikipedia assignment? 

To kick off the new academic year, Wiki Education will host a panel of scholars to explore the intersection of generative AI chatbots and higher education. We’ll examine the current state of gen AI chatbot usage in the postsecondary world, and discuss both the opportunities and challenges these tools present for research, writing, and knowledge production.

Panelists:

  • Ximena Gallardo, LaGuardia Community College
  • Kaylea Champion, University of Washington
  • Joseph Reagle, Northeastern University
  • Helaine Blumenthal, Wiki Education

This edition of the Wiki Education Speaker Series will be moderated by LiAnna Davis, Wiki Education’s Chief Programs Officer and Deputy Director.

The event will include a public Q&A. We encourage you to bring questions for the panelists!

Past events

Speaker Series events are recorded and available on Wiki Education’s YouTube channel: