Overview
Explore the critical importance of AI literacy in education through this insightful TEDx talk by Mary Lou Maher. Discover how the widespread adoption of AI technologies, particularly ChatGPT, has created an urgent need for faculty and students to develop competencies in understanding and using AI ethically. Learn about UNC Charlotte's initiatives to educate students on artificial intelligence and the significance of becoming AI literate. Gain valuable insights into Maher's extensive academic career spanning AI research and teaching across Engineering, Architecture, Design Computing, Computer Science, and Information Studies. Delve into her research focus on human cognition and AI models related to curiosity, novelty, and surprise. Understand the unexpected revelations about students' perspectives on AI that emerged from Maher's recent AI Literacy course. This 14-minute talk offers a compelling exploration of the intersection between AI and education, emphasizing the need for responsible and informed use of artificial intelligence in academic settings.
Syllabus
AI Literacy: The Key to Responsible Use of AI in Education | Mary Lou Maher | TEDxUNCCharlotte
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