AI literacy for teachers and school leaders

Course description

Aimed at teachers and school leaders, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to develop your students' AI literacy

First, you will consider what AI and AI literacy actually are and explore the opportunities and ethical (moral) consequences of AI for society. Then, you will explore practical, research-informed teaching methods that will help to develop your students' understanding of AI.

You will consider what students need to know about generative AI, such as AI chatbots or image generators, in order to use it effectively and carefully. Finally, you'll learn how your school can ensure a transparent and reliable approach to AI literacy for students and staff via its AI policy.

What you will learn

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Confidently explain what AI and machine learning are to your students

• Explain what AI literacy is, why it is important, and use different teaching methods to help your students become effective and critical users of AI

• Discuss the benefits and disadvantages of AI to society and the impact it will have on careers

• Teach students how to use generative AI effectively and responsibly

• Identify and explain key areas that should be included in a school's AI policy