Teaching AI Literacy in Schools

About This Course

Help students understand, question, and use AI in meaningful, responsible ways.

Artificial intelligence is already reshaping the way students learn, search, and create. It’s up to us to make sure they learn to use it responsibly. This timely course gives K-12 librarians and educators of all AI knowledge levels a comprehensive introduction to teaching AI literacy.

In this self-paced online course, you’ll begin by building a foundational understanding of essential AI concepts and tools, including the art of prompt engineering. Then delve into strategies to help students evaluate AI output critically and apply it thoughtfully in their work. You will develop the skills to lead crucial conversations around ethical considerations.

This course includes practical examples and assignments that will give you the confidence and expertise to create tailored lesson plans and materials for any grade level, grounded in educational frameworks and guidelines.

This course is part of a 3-course certification series, AI Literacy in Schools. You may register for each course in the series individually, or register for the full series with a $100 discount.

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