This collection of papers describes the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and AI-based technologies, their impact on the modern information and media environment, new challenges in the field of media and information literacy associated with the growing automation of the processes of creating, disseminating and accessing information, the use of AI in decision-making and control systems in various areas. There is a strong focus on the growing risks of reducing individual agency, people’s ability to interpret reality autonomously and to act according to their own agenda.
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Text
Recommended Uses:
This resources can be used in several ways including general information for the public, a reference tool, as a textbook, and a resource for policy development in the public & business sector. For instance, learners can read text sections as homework and discuss them in class.
Technical Requirements:
Google, Firefox, Edge, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Identify Major Learning Goals:
- Readers will explore artificial intelliengence and relevant technologies
- Readers will be able to describe the impact of artificial intelligence on human life, rights, and freedom of expression
- Readers will be able to outline various aspects of global reponses to AI regulation and policy
Target Student Population:
Graduate School, Professionals, Upper division undergraduates, and in some cases the general public
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
None required beyond basic ICT literacy skills, but general knowledge about media & information literacty and artificial interlligence will be helpful
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
This text is based on a 2020 Serbian training on artificial intelligence (AI), which included public institrutions, civi society organizations, academia and the media industry. It presents a coherent research-based yet non-technical introductory explanation and analysis of the dynamic relationships among AI and other technology, media literacy, human rights and freedom of expression, including affects on global regulations and policy responses. Information is accurate and current as of 2020, and can be integrated across disciplines. It is well referenced, and draws from work around the world.
Concerns:
Content newer than 2020 is not provided.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
The learning goals center around international ICT literacy standards. The book does a thorough job of providing a sound foundation of global AI concepts, and presents societal contexts and concerns via highly readable explanations. The book then discusses AI regulations and policies in depth. the result is efficient learning that is applicable to ICT literacy and its ethical practice relative to AI. With its structure, teachers can easily write assignments that incorporate this book.
Concerns:
no concerns
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The book is in pdf format so is easy to access and read; the layout's consistency also help navigate content. Relevant images and charts to help drive important points; chapter breaks and summaries further aid understanding. Writing is clear, but may seem academic for some readers. No help feature is needed, and the book is ADA-compliant.
Concerns:
It is text heavy; no content images ease the eye. The book does not have a glossary of terms.
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