UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Brandeis Marshall, founder and CEO of DataedX Group, a data ethics learning and development agency, will be the keynote speaker for Penn State's 2025 Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) Symposium on Saturday, March 22.
Trained as a computer scientist and as a former college professor, Marshall teaches, speaks and writes about the racial, gender, socioeconomic and socio-technical impact of data operations on technology and society. She wrote “Data Conscience: Algorithmic Siege on our Humanity” (Wiley, 2022) as a counterargument reference for tech’s “move fast and break things” philosophy. She pinpoints, guides and recommends paths to moving slower and building more responsible, human-centered AI approaches.
Marshall centers her work and impact on making data and AI concepts "snackable" to understand for practical implementation from the classroom to the boardroom. As co-lead of the Atlanta Interdisciplinary AI Network, Marshall is developing data citizens through humanities-centered critical data literacy community workshops and supporting new AI researchers who are grounded in humanistic inquiry. Also, Marshall provides data equity scholarship, professional development and resources as a team member on the NSF Institute for Trustworthy AI in Law & Society (TRAILS), a partnership between the University of Maryland, George Washington University and Morgan State University. For more information, visit Marshall’s speaker page.
Hundreds of transformative thinkers from all Penn State campuses and colleges come together each year for the symposium, which showcases ways technology can enhance teaching and learning in higher education.
“Dr. Marshall’s expertise in data ethics, responsible AI, and the intersection of technology and education will provide the Penn State community with valuable insights and practical strategies to navigate the evolving landscape of AI in education," Crystal Ramsay, TLT senior director, said. "We are honored to have Dr. Marshall kick off our signature teaching and learning event of the spring."
The keynote address, along with four breakout sessions will be recorded for attendees to view after the symposium on the TLT Symposium website.
Penn State’s annual TLT Symposium showcases ways technology can enhance teaching and learning in higher education. The event provides opportunities for University faculty and staff to share how they use technology in unique ways, network with other colleagues and generate new project ideas.
Registration at this link is open for the symposium, which will be held in person at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center in State College.
Because of its continued success, TLT will host "Symposium Lite" from 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 27. This virtual half-day event is designed to allow the Penn State community to continue learning about the innovative ways faculty are using technology in their teaching practices. During the event, attendees will be able view a handful of sessions and participate in facilitated discussions with the presenters. Presentations will be a mix of new material and repeated presentations from the TLT Symposium. More details will be available soon.