26 February 2026 – Session I

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Generative AI and the Social of Scholarship – E. McPherson, Queen’s College, Cambridge

Panel I – AI in Education

Chair: M. FRANCESCHELLI, UCL Social Research Institute

Discussant: S. CAPOGNA, Link Campus University

• When Machines Learn, Humans Must Learn Better: AI Literacy and the Future of Education – A. Cardinale, M. Nocenzi, Sapienza University
• Tail Sensitivity of LLM Outputs Under Prompt Perturbations – A. Novak, M. Kovačić, Zagreb School of Economics and Management
• Formative Feedback Through Large Language Models on Narrative and Expository Texts in German: Strengths, Limits, and Prompt Design – C. Peschak, S. P. Harmer, University College of Teacher Education Vienna
• The Sonification of Chemical Data as a Tool for STEM Education and Inclusivity – G. Tranfo, AIDII

Panel II – AI & Governance

Chair: M. ANGELINI, Link Campus University

Discussant: F. GRECO, University of Udine

• Exploring Students’ Ethical and Privacy Concerns in the Adoption of Artificial Intelligence – A. Mortara, R. Scramaglia, IULM University, Milan
• Navigating Regulatory Convergence: Strategies for Corporate Compliance with GDPR and the EU Artificial Intelligence Act – F. De Stefani, Link Campus University
• Digital Law, Data Governance and Artificial Intelligence – F. Faini, Pegaso Telematic University
• Innovating Museum Accessibility Through Cross-Sector Partnerships: The SCAAUT Business Model – N. Cipullo, Link Campus University
• Objective and Subjective Culture in Platform Society – T. Censi, Leoniano Theological Institute
• Towards Inclusive AI: Regulatory and Ethical Challenges – M. Forleo, L. Evangelista, C. Fonzo, INAPP

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

When Ai Meets Education: Navigating Promise, Peril, and Systemic Change – F. Pozzi, Institute for Educational Technologies, National Research Council

Panel III – AI Research and Academic Issues

Chair: V. FEDELE, Link Campus University
Discussant: P. C. GRIMALDI, Link Campus University

• AI, Microlearning, and the Social Fabric of Lifelong Learning: Opportunities and Inequalities in the Italian Context – A. Pedone, INAPP
• Digital Inclusion In The Age Of AI: Examining Approaches To Ensure Educational Equity For Students From Different Socioeconomic Backgrounds – F. Campitelli, N. Strizzolo, University of Teramo
• AI Play and Co-Creating Board Games with Generative Artificial Intelligence – G. Conti, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
• Learning With Ai, Learning About Ai: Evidence From University Teaching And Employer Engagement – M. Ruzzeddu, University of Niccolò Cusano
• AI, Qualitative Inquiry, and Analytical Labor: Insight from MAXQDA – P. Binder, Institute of Philosophy and Sociology, Polish Academy of Sciences

Panel IV – AI in Education

Chair: M. R. RE, Link Campus University
Discussant: S. ROMITI, INVALSI

• Affective Algoagents and the Making of the Social Self in algomorphic societes – E. Grassi, San Raffaele Open University of Rome
• AI-Driven Digital Twin with Agent- Based Modeling for Behavioural and Learning Analysis in Informatics  Education – G. Vonitsanos, I. Moustaka, Hellenic Open University
• Accessibility in Digital Learning: Opportunities and Challenges – E. Sciarretta, E. Greco, Link Campus University
• Teenagers and digital technologies. A Comparison Among The Perspectives Of High School Students, Teachers And School Heads – A. F. Canta, A.Mattozzi, L. Tonolli, V. Konidari, Polytechnic of Turin

27 February 2026 – Session II

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Transforming Gender Equality and Inclusion in Higher Education in Ireland – B. Brereton, Dundalk Institute of Technology

Panel V – AI in Education

Chair: A. CAROSELLI, University of Milan

Discussant: I. CORTONI, Sapienza University

• Playing The City: Gamified Urban Participation As A Model For Citizen Science-Based Learning – I. Iannuzzi, M. Sessa, Unitelma Sapienza University
• Critical Thinking, Decision Fatigue, And Cognitive Disengagement In Ai-Mediated Learning: A Crosssectional Study On Students’ Use Of Generative Tools – V. Donadel, M. Zuin, Luiss University
• Inequalities In The Development Of Artificial Intelligence And Their Consequences For Inequality In Education – U. Šuvaković, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Education, Department for Philosophy and Social Sciences
• Exploring Socio-Cultural And Ethical Dimensions Of Ai Adoption In Academic Practices – M. C. De Angelis, Link Campus University

Panel VI – AI and People and Citizenship

Chair: A. DE FEO, Roma Tre University

Discussant: D. POLIANDRI, INVALSI

• Community Engagement Through Citizen Science: A Participatory Experience In Chiavari (Genoa, Italy) To Address Climate Change And Its Impacts – P. Salvati, CNR – IRPI
• The European Climate-Neutral City As A Sociotechnical Imaginary. Policy, Technology, And Imagination In Urban Climate Change Mitigation – C. Bracchi, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart
• Theatre, Statistics and Critical Pedagogy Towards Data Literacy in the Algorithmic Society – E. Sorba, E. Risi, IULM University, Milan
• AI-Driven Personalized Learning and the Future of Education: a critical sociological and STS perspective – G. Senatore, Sapienza University
• AI For Everyone: An Inclusive And Gentle Method For An In-Depth Introduction To AI – P. Ferrante, E. Sorrentino, E. Lo Scrudato, G.Tranfo, INAIL

Panel VII – AI and Health Inclusion

Chair: R. GURASHI, Link Campus University
Discussant: B. MORSELLO, Padua University

• Artificial Intelligence and the Limits of Knowledge – M. Ciampi, T. Marci, Sapienza University
• Rethinking Learning Futures: Sociological Perspectives On Ai, Cognitive Adaptivity And Educational Transformations – S. Pellegrini, R. Mancini, R. Sebastiani, Link Campus University
• The Use Of Artificial Intelligence In Inclusive Learning: Field Trials – B. Letteri, University of Sassari
• Social Empathetic Cognitive Robotics For Autism (SECRA): A Protocol Design Involving Parents Of Children With Autism – T. Caprì, F. P. Sortolano, G. Todaro, P. Chilà, F. Marino, Link Campus University

Panel VIII – AI & Work

Chair: E. PROIETTI, Roma Tre University
Discussant: L. DE VITA, Sapienza University

• The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Work and Lifelong Learning – A. Bianco, “G. d’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara
• Educating For Artificial Intelligence: Learning Pathways, Gender, And Emerging Digital Inequalities – F. Fortunato, S. Muccio, IULM University Milan
• A Multimodal AI-Based Virtual Assistant For Adaptive Ergonomic Training In Hybrid Work Environments– E. Pietrafesa, G. Simoncelli, L. De Angelis, A. Martini, S. Anastasi, C. La Gioia, INAIL
• Digitalising Care, Reconfiguring Welfare: The CESU+ Model As A Digital Public Platform For Labour Formalisation – M. De Minicis, INAPP

Panel IX – AI in Education

Chair: C. FONZO, INAPP  
Discussant: M. FREDDANO, INVALSI

• Peer Review As A Collaborative Methodology For Quality And Learning In Vocational Education – L. Evangelista, C. Fonzo, INAPP
• Developing Teachers’ Competences For Inclusive Gifted Education: The Gifted Game-Based Ecosystem As A Digital Training Environment – R. Renati, Link Campus University
• Evaluating E-Learning Platforms For Ai-Enhanced Project-Based Learning: Case Of Lithuanian Primary Education – K. Kesylė, J. Melnikova, G. Šmitienė, A. Batuchina, A. Norvilienė, I. Rupšienė, N. Strazdienė, D. Baziukė, E. Brazauskienė, Klaipeda University
• Strategies For Ai Integration For Personalized Student’s Study In Higher Education Institutions – E. Župerkienė, H. Mishenina, S. Tarasenko, Klaipeda University

Panel X – AI and People and Citizenship

Chair: M. SESSA, CNR – IRPI
Discussant: P. SALVATI, CNR – IRPI

• For A Renewal of The Sociology Of Emotions. On The Relationship Between Fear and Artificial Intelligence – E. Susca, IULM University, Milan
• Living With The Algorithm: Bonds, Ethics And Care In Smart Homes – R. Gurashi, Link Campus University
• For Effective Citizen Science: The Case Of Desenzano Del Garda – I. Beretta, A. Molinari
• Between Dependence and Risk: Young People’s Digital Behaviours and Forms of Vulnerability – M. Bonanni, O. Giancola, B. Pasanisi, Sapienza University

PhD Panel

Chair: F. CAGNOLI, PhD Representative, Board Member, ESA RN24
Discussant: M. RUZZEDDU, Unicusano

• Technicist Culture And Forms Of Knowledge: The Case Of Digital Competencies – C. Petrocchi
• Ai Between The Risk Society And The Algorithmic Society: The Case Of Education – N. Santone
• Algorithmic Affect And Learning: Impacts Of Ai On The Affective And Social Dimensions In Educational Spaces – N. Pietropaolo, F. Pietroniro
• Work-Related Stress And Hybrid Work: The New Inail 2025 Methodology Between Soft Law And Prevention Obligations Under Legislative Decree 81/2008 – F. M. Spanò
• Training And Digital Governance In The Italian “Uffici Di Esecuzione Penale Esterna” – J. Malponte

ORGANISING COMMITTEE

Federica CAGNOLI, PhD Representative, Board Member, ESA RN24
Elisa PISTONE, DITES research center, Link Campus University
Gianluca SENATORE, Sapienza University
Ilaria IANNUZZI, Unitelma Sapienza
Giorgia Elisa CAFIERO, Sapienza University
Tiziano CENSI, Leoniano Theological Institute
Nicholas PIETROPAOLO, Sapienza University
Caterina PETROCCHI, Sapienza University
Francesco PIETRONIRO, Sapienza University
Nicolò SANTONE, University of L’Aquila

CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT

Federica Cagnoli & Elisa Pistone

LOCAL ORGANIZATION

Fatima Bouhsis,  Branka Cvijovic & Manuela Minozzi,  Research Office
Valentina Caferri & Michela Staderini, Third Mission & Career Service
Giada Moretti & Valentina Fabiani, Logistic
Giuseppe Scandaglia & Simona Pontremolesi, Communication
Ivano Adamo & ICT Staff
Marzia Martins Moreira & Art Caffè Staff

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