Lawyerist Podcast

#555: How to Use AI and Universal Design to Empower Diverse Thinkers with Susan Tanner

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Apr 17, 2025
Susan Tanner, an Associate Professor at the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law, dives into the intersection of AI and universal design. She reveals how AI tools can empower neurodiverse thinkers and improve client communication in law practices. The conversation highlights practical applications of AI in legal education, addressing anxieties and enhancing accessibility for diverse learners. Tanner emphasizes the urgent need for the legal field to embrace inclusive designs to better support their teams and adapt to the evolving landscape of technology.
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ADVICE

Ethical Duty to Use AI

  • Lawyers have an ethical duty to incorporate generative AI where helpful.
  • Use AI to better serve clients through increased efficiency.
INSIGHT

Universal Design for Learning

  • Universal design in education means adapting teaching methods to student needs.
  • Focus on core learning outcomes and remove barriers to learning.
ANECDOTE

Dyslexia and Font Accessibility

  • Susan Tanner shares her experience with dyslexia and the challenges of serif fonts.
  • A flexible text format would have saved her time and effort.
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