S26S-129 Beyond the Basics: Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Insights, Innovations, and Cautions
Stillwater | Registration opens 1/6/2026 12:00 AM CST
Generative artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT are rapidly transforming the way we learn, work, and create. In this interactive one-hour session, participants will explore AI’s expanding capabilities, practical applications, and important cautions. Building on our previous OLLI session focused on early childhood, we will move into broader uses relevant to everyday life, personal projects, and community engagement. We’ll examine how generative AI can assist with creative writing, problem-solving, language learning, travel planning, and more—while also addressing limitations, misinformation (“AI hallucinations”), and ethical considerations such as privacy, bias, and overreliance on technology. Through live demonstrations, discussion, and hands-on prompts, attendees will learn strategies for crafting effective AI questions, fact-checking responses, and using AI as a partner rather than a replacement for human thinking. Participants will leave with practical tips, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of how to approach AI tools with curiosity, creativity, and healthy skepticism.
Dr. Adrienne Sanogo
Dr. Adrienne A. Redmond-Sanogo is an Associate Professor of Mathematics Education and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Oklahoma State University’s College of Education and Human Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Professional Education Studies with a focus on Mathematics Education from Oklahoma State University, an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix, and a B.S. in Elementary Education from OSU. With over 20 years of experience in education, she has taught at the elementary, secondary, and university levels, specializing in mathematics instruction, technology integration, and teacher preparation. Her research focuses on STEM education, AI in teaching and learning, and equity in mathematics instruction. A dedicated leader, she has spearheaded numerous initiatives in curriculum development, student success, and faculty support. Passionate about lifelong learning, Dr. Redmond-Sanogo enjoys engaging diverse audiences in discussions about mathematics, education, and emerging technologies.