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Title: Using AI To Build Background Knowledge.
Authors: Powers, Bruce1 Bruce.Powers@nn.k12.va.us, Motley, Keisha1 keisha.motley@nn.k12.va.us
Source: Virginia English Journal. Spring2026, Vol. 74 Issue 1, preceding p1-7. 9p.
Subject Terms: *Artificial intelligence, *Knowledge base, *Critical thinking, *Educational technology, *Reading comprehension
Abstract: The new technology of AI can be used to address an old need: the building of student background knowledge in order to improve comprehension and maximize ability to make inferences. Examples are shared and discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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