Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of how we live, work, create, communicate, teach, and learn. As the technology becomes more capable and commonplace, educators and studnets need opportunities not simply to use AI, but to understand what it is, how it works, where it shows up, and what it means for their lives and the world around them.

In 2026, Remake Learning partnered with Quill to launch a collaborative exploration of what AI literacy might look like in practice and what students will need to thrive alongside AI. Bringing together educators, researchers, technologists, and industry leaders from across the Pittsburgh region, the initiative connects the region’s deep expertise in artificial intelligence and robotics with its longstanding culture of educational innovation and cross-sector collaboration.

The initiative is helping develop a shared understanding of AI literacy grounded in knowledge, critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and other human capacities that are becoming increasingly important in a world shaped by AI. Along the way, the initiative is identifying high-quality resources for educators, piloting approaches in local classrooms, and generating insights that can help schools and communities in Southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond thoughtfully navigate AI’s implications for teaching and learning.