AI Literacy Day

The session schedule for National AI Literacy Day is coming soon! Join us on March 27, 2026 by registering for up to five virtual sessions on the SCHED platform once they are available. Need help registering? View our instructions.

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Building AI Literacy Together

National AI Literacy Day is a specialized, one-day virtual professional development event designed to empower school-based staff with the knowledge and skills to navigate the evolving world of Artificial Intelligence. Whether you are an AI novice or a tech-forward innovator, this event offers sessions led by industry experts, Central Office staff, and your fellow educators to help you integrate AI tools safely and effectively into your schools.

Event Details

  • What: Professional development sessions focused on AI in CPS
  • When: Friday, March 27, 2026
  • Where: Virtual via video conferencing tools
  • Who: CPS educators and staff are invited to attend
  • Register: Sign up for session in the SCHED platform
  • Contact: For questions, reach out to our event planning team at ai@cps.edu.
  • Learn More: Explore how the District is bringing AI to our classrooms with the CPS AI Guidebook

What is AI Literacy?

AI Literacy represents a comprehensive understanding of AI’s capabilities, limitations, ethical implications, and societal impact. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in our daily lives, developing AI literacy is essential for informed participation in a rapidly changing world.

Pillars of AI Literacy

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    Foundational Knowledge

    Understanding core AI concepts, terminology, and different types of AI technologies driving innovation in today’s digital landscape.

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    Practical Application

    Developing the skills to effectively and responsibly use AI tools, including how to evaluate and integrate them into workflows.

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    Ethical Awareness

    Recognizing the ethical considerations including bias, fairness, transparency, data privacy, and AI's impact on society.

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    Critical Thinking

    Developing the ability to critically analyze AI-generated information, evaluate its reliability, understand its limitations, and mitigate potential risks.

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    Future-Oriented Perspective

    Understanding the evolving nature of AI and its potential to shape the future of education and society by developing a growth mindset and a willingness to adapt.

Why AI Literacy Matters

Educational Transformation

The rapid introduction of AI tools into classrooms presents both opportunities and challenges. Students must develop critical thinking and digital literacy skills to effectively evaluate and utilize AI-generated content, while teachers need to adapt their pedagogical approaches to purposefully integrate AI into their lessons.

Educational Equity

AI has the potential to both exacerbate and alleviate existing educational inequities. Access to AI tools and training must be universal, ensuring all students, regardless of socioeconomic status, background, or location, have the opportunity to develop crucial AI literacy skills. Thoughtful implementation of AI in education can personalize learning and support diverse learning needs, but we must proactively mitigate biases embedded in algorithms and datasets to avoid perpetuating or amplifying systemic inequalities.

Digital Citizenship

AI is increasingly prevalent in our daily lives, impacting our decisions in subtle and overt ways. It is essential to cultivate information literacy that encompasses AI, enabling us to critically evaluate and utilize AI-generated content. Ethical considerations must guide our use of AI tools, ensuring that they are used responsibly and for the betterment of society. Understanding the broader community impact of AI technologies allows us to anticipate and address potential consequences, fostering a just and equitable digital future.

Career Readiness

AI is causing significant changes in the job market, making AI literacy an essential skill for the future workforce. Traditional job roles are increasingly being transformed by the integration of AI tools and technologies. This shift necessitates that students and staff acquire AI literacy to thrive in their future careers.

Explore the AI Guidebook

The Chicago Public Schools AI Guidebook directs the responsible adoption of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) across our District. The AI Guidebook outlines our initial approach to GenAI integration, including guidelines for ethical use and pedagogical strategies.

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