Demystifying AI for Educators
The presentation describes the AI literacy curriculum initiative from MIT Responsible AI for Social Empowerment and Education (RAISE) and its plans for the region. It provides an overview of the curriculum’s contents and how it can support educators and learners in understanding, thus “demystifying”, AI even without any engineering background. Most importantly, as teaching a subject is one of the best approaches to mastering it, the presentation provides the options in which educators can get involved in this AI literacy initiative.
Facilitated By
Garry Poluan
Advisor, Day of AI Indonesia
Garry is an Advisor for Day of AI Indonesia and Southeast Asia, where he is actively bringing MIT RAISE’s AI literacy curriculum to the region. Previously, he was the Learning Innovation and Information Specialist at SEAMEO Secretariat, a regional organization working under the 11 education ministries of Southeast Asia. His focus has been on 21st century learning, including AI and education, inclusive education, and ESD.
Abiyyu Avicena Ismunandar
Program Manager, Day of AI Indonesia
Abiyyu is the Program Manager for Day of AI Indonesia, where he is actively bringing MIT RAISE’s AI literacy curriculum to students and educators across Indonesia. Previously, he was a Software Engineer at OY! Indonesia, developing web and mobile applications. His focus has been on leveraging technology and entrepreneurship for sustainable innovation.
