Why Sociology Holds the Key to Building Truly Inclusive Artificial Intelligence
How sociological perspectives can help us examine inequality, bias, and whose experiences shape AI.
Read the essay →Perspectives on learning, technology, and social change.
I write about how people learn, how technology shapes participation, and how communities respond to social challenges. Explore books, practical guides, and essays on inclusive education, caregiving, AI, and sustainability.
01 / Start here
Two essays to begin with.
6 Ways I Empower Students During Sensitive Class Discussions
Practical approaches for helping students engage respectfully with sensitive topics and different perspectives.
Read on Top Hat →02 / Books and learning guides
Three books, three audiences.
A textbook for students, a guide for instructors, and a resource for caregivers.
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Social Problems and Silver Linings
An interactive textbook connecting social problems with reflection, participation, and possibilities for change.
“Silver linings are the construct of hope. They give us something to look forward to and inspire change by providing a glimpse of a better future.”
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The Instructor’s Guide to Accessible and Equitable Course: A Roadmap to Barrier-Free Teaching and Learning
A guide to identifying learning barriers and developing more accessible, equitable courses.
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Implementing Success: Strategies for Effective Caregiving and Care Support
A guide to understanding caregivers’ needs and approaches to caregiving support. With Schieloh Wolfe.
03 / Research and practice publications
Scholarship in print.
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The Spectrum of Gender Inequality in the United States
An examination of how educational attainment, pay disparities, and unequal care work intersect to sustain gender inequality in the United States, with attention to policy and social change.
In The Palgrave Handbook of Global Social Problems.
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Implementing Evidence-Based Interventions: The Development of RCI REACH
A coauthored article on developing and implementing a dementia caregiver support intervention.
Easom, L., Alston, G., & Latini, N. (2017). Generations, ACL Supplement, 96–99. Also see the REACH Implementation Guide (Rosalynn Carter Institute, 2017).
04 / Browse more writing
Essays and articles, by topic.
AI, Technology & Inclusion
- From Algorithms to Agency: Humanizing Online Learning with AI AI Frontier Network, July 2025
- Beyond the Textbook: Nurturing Student Well-being in the Age of AI
- The AI Paradox: Powering Progress, Straining the Planet
- Empowering Individuals for a Thriving Digital Future: The Key Role of AI Education
- Unleashing the Potential: How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Education
- Empowering Representation in Education and Content Creation: Diverse and Inclusive Stock Photo Resources
- Beyond Belonging: DEI Strategies to Promote Digital Accessibility
Teaching & Learning
- What 15 Years of Teaching Taught Me About Happiness The Optimistic Algorithm on Substack, September 2025
- Transforming Higher Education for Gen Z: Integrating Social Impact
- Navigating the Digital Classroom: Strategies for Successful Online Pedagogy
- Cultivating Happiness Through Inclusive Teaching: A Blueprint for Nurturing Virtuous Communities
- Developing Global Competence: A Guide for Students and Educators
Sustainability & Environmental Justice
- Tech & Community for Water Resilience: Local Engagement & Advanced Tools in Coastal Georgia Co-author · Waterlyst, August 2026
- Centering POC Voices in the Fight for a Greener World
- Empowering the Next Generation of Eco-Stewards: A Teacher’s Guide to Building a Sustainable Classroom
- A Journey Towards Sustainable Growth: From Sapling to Forest
Featured & Quoted In
- Humans, Autonomy, and the New Boundaries of Decision-Making AI Frontier Network, February 2026
- The Real AI Transformation: From Automation to Augmentation AI Frontier Network, October 2025
- Redefining the Urban Experience: The Promise of Smart Cities for the Future AI Frontier Network, July 2025
- Beyond Smart Machines: Collective Intelligence in the Age of AI AI Frontier Network, July 2025
- Sustainable AI: Merging Innovation with Environmental Responsibility AI Frontier Network, July 2025
05 / From ideas to practice
See these ideas put to work.
Browse the interactive tools and learning resources that grew out of this writing.