Outline of core competencies to create and assess AI literacy concepts
Skill Benchmarks (through Percipio)
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Links to external resources to further your understanding of AI literacy
Defining AI Literacy
"AI literacy is the ability to understand, use, and think critically about AI technologies and their impact on
society, ethics, and everyday life. This broad definition encompasses several interconnected components,
each essential for developing a well-rounded understanding of AI."
As defined by: https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/ulls_fsp/210/
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