This European OER book, targeted to teachers, introduces AI, explains how AI works in the classroom, and analyzes what is happening in the field and being active of future changes.
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Textbook
Open (Access) Textbook
Recommended Uses:
Assign chapters as homework, both for reading content and doing activities.
Discuss chapters and do chapter activities in class.
Use to consult as a reference source.
Technical Requirements:
Works on Windows browsers, and is available in several formats
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Explain the need for AI literacy
Introduce & explain the front end and the tech behind AI
Explain the use of AI in the classroom
Analyze the current status & future prospects of AI
Target Student Population:
Professional or education undergrad/grad students
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
basic ICT literacy
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
This OER textbook was developed by a European consortium of academians. As such, the material is accurate, current and relevant. Covers all aspects of AI from inception to future prospects. Provides in-depth information, explanations, and examples. Chapter material is well organized, with summations and engaging learning activities to integrate the concepts. The textbook may be used flexibly across disciplines. Links work and are appropriately attributed.
Clear & concise presentation of content throughout the text.
Concerns:
The additional content in part VIII provides topical information tht might be better integrated with the rest of the chapters.
The additional content in part VIII provides topical information tht might be better integrated with the rest of the chapters.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
The learning objectives support key ICT standards. The textbook starts with the basics of artificial intelligence, and builds knowledge sequentially. Concepts relate well, and users can increase understanding through the supplied videos and learning activities, which results in efficient learning. Materials advance ICT literacy in education with application to daily life.
Concerns:
none
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The textbook is clear and easy to read. Many images and videos facilitate understanding. Chapters include interactive, engaging learning and reflective activities to reinforce learning. Little technical skill is needed to use the textbook independently. Material is generally ADA-compliant, but varies depending on the format.
Concerns:
no help feature is available.
Creative Commons:
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