This guide includes content from Artificial Intelligence, by the The University of Saskatchewan, licensed under a CC BY 4.0
AI Literacy helps to be confident and responsible approaching AI in everyday, academic or research activities. AI Literacy encompasses competencies and ability to understand the functioning, critically evaluate potential impact, and ethical use of AI technology.
UNDERSTAND |
IDENTIFY |
EVALUATE |
USE |
What is AI and how it works? | AI applications and tools |
Benefits, risks, security, and limitations |
Attitude & reflection |
Basic AI Literacy |
Critical AI Literacy |
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Basic AI Literacy emphasizes the practical skills and knowledge needed to interact with AI responsibly. It includes understanding fundamental AI concepts, recognizing its potential benefits and risks, and evaluating its societal impact. It also involves effectively prompting AI and assessing the AI outputs. These basic skills enable the confident, safe, ethical, and effective use of AI technologies. |
Critical AI Literacy involves a deeper examination or critical analysis of the ethical, cultural, and societal implications of AI. This includes understanding issues related to bias, privacy, accountability, and the potential impacts of AI on social structures, equity, and individual rights. Critical AI literacy enables individuals to navigate complex AI-related challenges thoughtfully, participate in informed discussions, and contribute to policies and regulations that promote fairness, transparency, and social good. |