AIWR

AIWR

"This badge is provided to learners who have successfully completed Module 0: AI Literacy and Skills Resource. This self-paced, three-hour asynchronous course covers the essentials of AI literacy and provides an accessible introduction to AI. It is designed to help learners navigate the future of work, teaching them how to understand, evaluate, and use the technology productively and responsibly in both their current studies and future careers. By the end of this course, learners demonstrated the ability to: 1. Recognize the importance of their AI literacy and skills development journey in educational and workforce contexts. 2. Demonstrate an introductory understanding of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Generative AI by recalling key terms and concepts in accessible language. 3. Identify disadvantages and possible risks associated with AI such as bias, inaccuracies, and privacy concerns. 4. Apply prompt strategies to Generative AI tools to support simple learning and productivity tasks while applying verification, transparency, and responsible-use practices. 5. Create basic AI-supported outputs, such as learning resources, drafts, summaries, plans, or visual ideas, while ensuring the final work reflects your own understanding and judgment. 6. Analyze and explain the strengths and weaknesses of using Generative AI tools for common school and work tasks like writing, scheduling, data analysis and working on group projects. 7. Evaluate responsibilities for ethical and critical thinking when using AI tools in academic and professional settings. Core competencies developed in this module include: ● Understanding what AI is and its capabilities and limitations. ● Recognizing where AI is being used in daily life and work contexts. ● Interacting effectively with AI tools, including writing clear prompts for GenAI. ● Critically evaluating AI's outputs, benefits, and risks, such as identifying bias or ""hallucinations."" ● Making informed decisions about using AI and engaging in discussions about its impacts in school and work contexts."