Journal article
Using Generative AI to Create Scaffolded Instructional Resources for Students With Disabilities
Journal of special education technology
12/23/2025
DOI: 10.1177/01626434251408056
PMID: 41953893
Abstract
Teachers play a critical role in designing instructional resources that scaffold learning for students with disabilities (SWDs), yet creating these materials can be time-consuming. Generative artificial intelligence (GAI) offers powerful support by enabling teachers to efficiently produce content-specific, customized resources aligned with student needs and academic standards. This article demonstrates how educators can leverage GAI to develop scaffolds that enhance access, understanding, and engagement for SWDs. We provide examples of teacher prompts, show corresponding GAI-generated materials, and classroom applications. Practical recommendations and cautions are offered to help teachers use GAI responsibly and effectively.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Using Generative AI to Create Scaffolded Instructional Resources for Students With Disabilities
- Creators
- Delinda van Garderen - University of MissouriJohn Lannin - University of MissouriJessica Rodrigues - University of North Carolina at Chapel HillCassandra M. Smith - University of MissouriFaith V. Shahale - University of Missouri
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- Journal of special education technology
- DOI
- 10.1177/01626434251408056
- PMID
- 41953893
- NLM abbreviation
- J Spec Educ Technol
- ISSN
- 0162-6434
- eISSN
- 2381-3121
- Publisher
- Sage
- Number of pages
- 7
- Grant note
- 5R25GM146287 / National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH); United States Department of Health & Human Services; National Institutes of Health (NIH) - USA; NIH National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)
- Language
- English
- Electronic publication date
- 12/23/2025
- Academic Unit
- Teaching and Learning
- Record Identifier
- 9985223624002771
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