What can AI do today? “Artificial” “intelligence” in everyday life and youth work

For decades, algorithm-based IT tools have played an increasingly important role in our daily lives, whether we are citizens, consumers, voters, professionals or students. Since the emergence of “generative artificial intelligence”, these tools have become more widespread than ever before.

However, just as happened with social networks before them, the speed at which these digital tools have spread has not been matched by an increase in real knowledge about how they work, their mechanisms and the risks they pose to various aspects of social life, both individually and collectively.

This training course is being organised by InformaGiovani ETS, with the aim of promoting the critical and informed use of these technologies. The course is primarily, but not exclusively, aimed at those who use so-called "artificial intelligence" tools for their work with young people and in the social sphere.

The course will cover theoretical and practical aspects of AI development models and their history, and present case studies and opportunities for their use in youth work. This will be illustrated with concrete examples that are easy to access and understand, using simulations, games and practical tests.

Participants will mainly be youth workers, teachers and young journalists. They will be able to apply what they learn during the course directly and also act as 'multipliers' in their respective associations or professional environments.