Day of AI
- What
- Day of AI
- When
- 5/13/2024
The world around us is rapidly changing, and artificial intelligence (AI) plays an increasingly important role in our daily lives. From the personalized recommendations you see online to the voice assistants you use at home, AI is all around us.
Here at P94M, we believe our students must be prepared for this future. That's why we're excited to introduce the concept of AI literacy. On Monday, May 13, 2024, students will have the opportunity to practice some activities using AI.
What is AI Literacy?
AI literacy simply means understanding how AI works, its capabilities and limitations, and the impact it has on our lives. It's not about becoming programmers but being informed users of this technology.
Why is AI Literacy Important?
There are many reasons why AI literacy is important for all students, regardless of their future career aspirations. Here are a few key points:
Critical Thinking: AI literacy helps students develop critical thinking skills. They'll learn to question information presented by AI systems, analyze its accuracy, and understand potential biases.
Informed Decisions: As AI becomes more prevalent, students will encounter it in various aspects of their lives. Understanding AI will empower them to make informed decisions as consumers and citizens.
Future-Proofing Skills: The ability to understand and work with AI will be valuable in a wide range of careers. By fostering AI literacy, we're preparing our students for the jobs of tomorrow.
Responsible Use: AI can be a powerful tool, but it's important to use it responsibly. AI literacy helps students understand ethical considerations and potential risks associated with AI.
How We're Integrating AI Literacy
At P94M, we're committed to integrating AI literacy into our curriculum in age-appropriate ways. This may involve discussing how AI works, exploring its applications in different fields, and even having students engage with simple AI tools.
We encourage you to discuss AI and digital citizenship with your children and explore resources together.
Together, let's prepare our students to be informed, responsible, and successful participants in the future powered by AI.