From debate to dialogue: Student voices on AI in education

Do the benefits of AI-assisted grading outweigh the costs? A student debate and dialogue with Boise State’s Talkin’ Broncos tackles this question.

This live debate is a unique opportunity for the campus community. The Talkin' Broncos, Boise State's decorated speech and debate team, are partnering with the School for the Digital Future to center student perspectives and foster discussion around the complex topic of AI's place in education.

Pizza will be provided to guests and a collaborative group discussion, facilitated by member of the Talkin' Broncos will follow the debate arguments.

Debate prompt: The benefits of AI-assisted grading outweigh the costs.

Speaker bios

Affirmative - Jaxon Holmes: Holmes is a senior double majoring in political science and communication, with a minor in journalism. She is serving as the debate captain and was recognized last year as the Pi Kappa Delta Broadcast Journalism National Champion.
Negative - Ariana Ashby: Ashby is a Junior double majoring in linguistics and interdisciplinary studies. They are serving as the prepared events captain and were recognized last year as the Pi Kappa Delta Informative Speaking National Champion.

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