Domains of AI-Awareness for Education

Abstract

This resource provides an overview of key considerations when exploring the impact of generative AI on Teaching and Learning. It is built around 7 domains of AI-Awareness: Knowledge, Skill, Ethics, Values, Affect, Pedagogy and Interconnectedness. You can dive into the sections that align with your specific questions and interests in generative AI. Throughout, there will be opportunities to reflect and to engage in different activities designed to allow you to explore the domains of AI-Awareness. At the end of each section, you can reflect on your own level of awareness within each domain. This resource is intended for anyone working in a higher education space, but was developed at Western University. Throughout, there will be some specific references to Western resources and policies. You are encouraged to seek out similar information at your own institutions. The generative AI landscape, including the capability of generative AI, information about the social impact, and other details are constantly and rapidly evolving. This resource should be considered a living resource and will be updated regularly to reflect changes.