AI Literacy: An Essential 21st Century Competence
A special issue of Education Sciences (ISSN 2227-7102). This special issue belongs to the section "Technology Enhanced Education".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 96
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy is increasingly recognized as an essential competency for the future workforce due to the rapid advancement of AI and its application in modern society. AI literacy is an emerging and multidimensional concept that extends beyond technical knowledge. It encompasses understanding AI principles, evaluating AI applications critically, and using AI responsibly. As students encounter AI-driven tools in their academic and daily lives, they must develop the ability to interact with these technologies effectively. However, as a complex and interdisciplinary topic, AI literacy can be challenging for young learners to grasp. Therefore, this Special Issue explores AI literacy within the context of school education through cutting-edge empirical research, best practices, practical applications, reviews, and theoretical discussions. It aims to highlight, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Definition and framework of AI Literacy for K-12 Learners;
- AI Literacy in K-12 Curriculum;
- Pedagogical Approaches for Teaching AI in K-12;
- AI and other tools for developing AI Literacy;
- Assessment of AI Literacy in K-12 Education;
- Teacher Professional Development in AI Literacy.
This Special Issue invites contributions from researchers, educators, and practitioners working to advance AI literacy in schools. By fostering AI literacy, we can prepare the next generation to engage with AI technologies effectively and ethically, promote responsible digital citizenship, and mitigate risks associated with bias and ethical dilemmas.
Dr. Lechen Zhang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- AI literacy
- K-12 education
- AI curriculum design
- pedagogical approaches
- educational technology
- AI literacy assessment
- teacher training
- AI ethics
- 21st-century competence
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