Preparing Youth for an AI-Powered World
Over 10,000 Iowa youth have participated in AI-focused education through 4-H programming, gaining digital literacy and critical thinking skills. The program aims to prepare them for an AI-powered world and future careers.
Iowa's 4-H program has engaged over 10,000 youth in AI-focused education, resulting in significant gains in digital literacy and critical thinking. The program offers various AI challenges and activities, including the National 4-H Artificial Intelligence Challenge and the Iowa Statewide High School AI Hackathon. Youth can learn about AI alongside STEM, agriculture, and other interests. The program aims to prepare them for future careers and responsible AI use. Participants have developed projects using AI to solve real-world problems and have received training and mentoring. The initiative is a collaboration between Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and other organizations.
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