PALS: Personalized AI Learning Simulations
Kyle Chalupczynski
Lecturer, Management Information Systems
Black School of Business
Penn State Behrend

Description
This project intends to integrate advanced AI models and custom-built agents in educational settings with a focus on development of communication and reasoning skills. Using collaborative AI platforms, Chalupczynski’s project aims to foster critical-thinking, problem-solving, and iterative design skills among students through hands-on experience in building and refining AI agents. An additional goal is to enhance student learning and personalized support by providing interactive virtual AI tutors and supplemental instruction.
“By equipping students with hands-on experience in working with cutting-edge AI tools and developing their own agents, this project will foster valuable skills in problem-solving, critical thinking and iterative design,” Chalupczynski said. “By preparing students for success in an AI-driven world and equipping them with in-demand skills, this project contributes to the development of a highly skilled workforce that can drive economic growth and innovation.”
The project also includes a comparative aspect to assess the effectiveness of AI tools in improving learning outcomes. The insights gained from this research will contribute to the broader discourse on AI in education and guide future implementations among faculty colleagues.
The Team
Markus Fürer– Project Lead
Brad Kozlek
Marilyn Goodrich
Sarah Zipf
Na Li (Graduate Assistant)
Qi Dunsworth (Behrend)
Cohort
2024-2026
Focus Area
Generative AI
Theme: Generative AI in Higher Education