TAMIU’s Dr. Godina Presents Groundbreaking Research on A.I. and Teacher Preparation at International Conference
Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) College of Education assistant professor of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Heriberto Godina recently presented research at the 31st International Conference on Learning at Utrecht University in Utrecht, the Netherlands.
His presentation, "Empowering Teacher Candidates of Mexican Descent: Adjusting Artificial Intelligence for Science of Teaching Reading in the Southwestern United States," delved into preparing teacher candidates.
"This research focuses on how artificial intelligence (A.I.) can be adapted to enhance learning outcomes while maintaining academic integrity and intercultural competencies, particularly among historically stigmatized minority groups," noted Dr. Godina.
The study centers on teacher candidates of Mexican descent who are enrolled in literacy education classes and are preparing for the Science of Teaching Reading examination, a crucial requirement for teacher certification.
The study addresses the urgent need for professionally trained and knowledgeable literacy teachers in the wake of declining literacy rates among the predominantly Hispanic/Mexican American public-school population in a post-COVID learning environment, explained Godina.
"The study also examines how A.I. can be tailored to successfully retrieve lesson plans that align with Texas state standards and access scholarly articles pertinent to the Science of Teaching Reading. Additionally, it explores innovative assignments designed to circumvent A.I. as a substitute for the practical knowledge and skills essential for teacher preparation," said Goodina.
Godina believes his work provides valuable insights into how A.I. can support teacher candidates to achieve optimal learning outcomes without compromising the integrity of their educational experience.
Godina thanked Dr. Claudia E. San Miguel, TAMIU provost and vice president for Academic Affairs, for helping make this research presentation possible. His research focuses on advancing educational practices through innovative research and technology integration in the classroom.
He earned his doctorate at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
For more information on Godina's research and the 31st International Conference on Learning, email heriberto.godina@tamiu.edu.
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