Course Code: aiworkbesp
Duration: 3 hours
Prerequisites:

Audience: Policy Officers, Legal Advisers, Campaigners, Communications Experts, Scientists

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to AI (30 mins)

  • What is AI? – Definitions and key concepts (Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI)
  • Types of AI – Narrow AI vs. General AI, examples in daily life
  • Current AI Trends in the Workplace – How AI is being used across industries

2. AI in the Context of Their Work (30 mins)

  • Applications relevant to policy, law, communications, and science
    • AI for research and data analysis (e.g., literature reviews, environmental modelling)
    • AI in policy decision-making (e.g., predictive analytics, risk assessments)
    • AI in public engagement and communication (e.g., chatbots, content summarisation)
  • Limitations and risks of AI in their specific context
  • Discussion: Where do they see AI fitting (or not) into their work?

3. Ethical Considerations of AI in the Workplace (45 mins)

  • AI Bias and Fairness – How AI can reinforce biases and how to mitigate this
  • Transparency and Accountability – Who is responsible for AI-driven decisions?
  • When Should AI Be Used? – Decision framework for responsible AI adoption
  • Privacy and Data Protection – Legal and ethical considerations (GDPR, confidentiality)
  • Interactive Scenario:
    • Delegates review and discuss a real-world AI ethical dilemma relevant to their work

4. Practical AI Governance and Best Practices (45 mins)

  • Regulatory Landscape & Policies – Overview of AI-related laws and guidelines
  • AI Governance in Organisations – Developing internal AI policies and ethical guidelines
  • The Human-in-the-Loop Approach – Balancing AI automation with human oversight
  • AI and Sustainability – Considerations for environmental impact and responsible AI use

5. Wrap-Up & Open Discussion (30 mins)

  • Key Takeaways – Summary of key learnings
  • Q&A & Discussion – Addressing specific concerns from the delegates
  • Next Steps & Resources – Further reading, AI tools to explore, internal discussions