Skills4AI: Developing artificial intelligence skills in VET (New project)

Skills4AI, an Erasmus+ project preparing the VET and adult education sector to use AI

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In today’s fast-paced world, the influence of artificial intelligence has become ubiquitous, touching every aspect of our lives. One area where its impact is particularly noteworthy is in education. The integration of artificial intelligence in the educational sector has opened up new possibilities, revolutionizing the way we learn and teach.

From personalized learning experiences to smart educational tools, AI has reshaped the landscape of education, making it more adaptive and efficient. Whether it’s aiding teachers in identifying students’ strengths and weaknesses or providing tailored learning materials, artificial intelligence has become a valuable ally in the pursuit of knowledge.

As we navigate this era of technological advancement, it’s essential for everyone to understand and harness the power of artificial intelligence. Embracing AI in education not only prepares us for the future but also enhances the quality of our learning journeys.

Skills4AI is a European Project aiming to develop awareness of artificial intelligence among teachers, trainers and learners so that they are able to 1) understand the importance of a technology that is spreading fast in all the sectors, 2) know for which purposes it is and will be used, in service and production companies, communication, leisure… 3) develop a critical thinking regarding how it influences our personal and civic lives. Skills4AI will help educators to forecast and implement AI for pedagogical purposes.

🎯 Project objectives 🎯

  • To prepare the VET and adult education sector to use AI
  • To develop a deep understanding of what is AI, how it works and how it is evolving
  • To train teachers, trainers and educators to integrate AI features
  • To prepare teachers and trainers to manage the socio-ethical questions raised by the deployment of AI in the professional and personal spheres
  • To develop critical thinking of teachers and trainers so that they are able to influence positively the deployment of AI in VET
  • To help teachers and trainers introducing AI to their learners in their area of speciality (future employment sector) as well as in the society (social networks…)
  • To develop critical thinking of learners (as actual and future citizens)

👥 Target groups 👥

  • VET Teachers and trainers from the VET sector
  • Adult educators (ultimate beneficiaries of the skills acquired by teachers, learners and educators being the learners)
  • VET learners
  • Students following general education
  • Young adults in integration courses

Project Partners

The Skills4AI project is co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union (Project number: 2023-1-FR01-KA220-VET-000165674)