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Social Presence Literacy Lab — Video Series

Short films and webinars exploring presence in teaching, work, community, and everyday life.

Fall 2025 — Everyday Presence 

Exploring Social Presence in Life’s Daily Rhythms

Launching September 2025, this collection of produced short films (7–10 minutes each) explores presence from the classroom to the dinner table, from moments of joy to spaces of grief. Each release will include a participant guide with prompts, strategies, quotes, and reflection space.

New films will publish monthly, September–December. Check back for links and guides.

Planned Lineup

  • September — “Roll Call: Who’s Really Here?”
    Presence in Teaching & Learning
  • October — “Unmasked: What Masks Do We Wear?”
    Presence in Work & Professional Relationships — Coming soon
  • November — “Together: How Do We Show Up for Each Other?”
    Presence in Family, Friendships, Community & Faith — Coming soon
  • December — “Still: Where Is Presence in the Quiet?”
    Presence in Solitude, Nature & Grief — Coming soon

Watch teaser and release notifications coming soon.

Spring 2025 — Webinar Series Archive

Social Presence in an AI-Driven Educational Landscape: Strengthening Human Connection

Hosted by the Social Presence Literacy Lab (SPL²) in collaboration with CIRT

This series explored how educators can maintain and strengthen meaningful human connection in online learning while leveraging AI. Recordings and resources are available below.

Episodes

  • Social Presence in the Age of AI: Strengthening Human Connection
    Introductory 12-minute overview of the Social Presence Literacy Framework, theories, and key questions.
    Watch the Video
  • AI as a Tool for Connection: Personalizing Interactions in Online Teaching
    Using AI to personalize communication and enhance relational teaching practices in online classrooms.
    Watch the Recording
  • Cultivating Empathy in an AI-Enhanced Classroom
    Methods for building emotional connection and trust in digital learning spaces, with empathy at the core.
    Watch the Recording
  • Human-Centered Teaching in an AI-Driven World
    Frameworks for balancing AI tools with human connection while keeping students motivated and engaged.
    Watch the Recording
  • Decision-Making for AI Integration: A Framework for Human Connection
    A five-step framework for integrating AI while preserving the relational heart of teaching.
    Watch the Video

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