The PD Exchange

CANCELLED_Poster 20: From Resume to Reality: How AI is Powering Student Career Readiness

Part of FETCPresented by Kim Murray
Monday 12 January 2026·12:00 pm

Explore how Defined’s AI-powered tools are transforming career-connected learning through real-world, student-centered experiences that meet the needs of all learners. In this live demo, see how students interact with a mock job board featuring real job postings (used in a mock context), receive instant AI feedback on resumes and cover letters, and practice AI-led mock interviews with real-time coaching—building both confidence and communication skills. Learn how AI-powered differentiation tools adjust reading levels, add scaffolding, and deepen performance task expectations, creating inclusive access points for every learner. Discover how multimedia tools like AI-generated images and audio make content more engaging, equitable, and personalized. Co-presented with a district leader currently using these tools, this session will highlight how one school system is scaling AI-driven career readiness to uncover student potential and strengthen workforce pathways. Hear how a once-shy student gained confidence through repeated AI interviews and how districts are using these tools to expand access to career experiences. Walk away with actionable insights you can use immediately or embed in district strategy—all through a human-centered lens that supports equity, differentiation, and future-ready learning for all students

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