AI for Everyone:
Understand the Future
This accessible course requires no prior knowledge and empowers you to understand AI’s societal impact and navigate its opportunities with confidence. Learn about AI and its impact on the world we live in.
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Children and AI
The rise in use of AI technologies across society has sparked important discussions about their impact on children & young people. From children’s human rights to the evolving world of education and work, how can an increasingly digital world best serve the needs of those growing up within it?
Learn about AI and its impact on the world we live in
Completed by over 1,000 students
Real-Life Impact
Our courses and resources explore how AI is transforming industries, society, and communities—so you can see its effects in your daily life.
Designed for Everyone
No jargon. No prior knowledge required. Our content is accessible, inclusive, and tailored for adult learners in Scotland.
Knowledge Empowers
We help you think critically about AI, understand its societal implications, and navigate its ethics, opportunities and challenges.
Self-Paced, Flexible
Learn at your own pace with our interactive AI courses, expert insights, and shareable resources.
For Individuals & Teams
Whether you’re an individual curious about how AI is shaping the world or an organisation wanting to upskill your staff, our tailored learning paths will guide you every step of the way.
Ethical Implications
Learn to identify and address ethical concerns surrounding AI in various contexts. Gain the skills to evaluate potential risks and make informed decisions to ensure responsible AI use.
If you are a business aiming to upskill your team, contact us to explore licensing options and tailored support for your learning goals.
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Empower Your Understanding of AI
Take control of your AI journey with a course that simplifies complex concepts. Explore AI's impact on daily life, its ethical implications, and more through interactive modules, real-world examples, and flexible learning that fits your schedule.
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Upskill Your Team
Empower your workforce with our AI literacy programme, tailored for organisations of all sizes. Equip your team to foster innovation, address ethical concerns, and integrate AI responsibly. Host the course on your LMS or access custom resources designed for your industry. Upskilling has never been easier.
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Why Choose Living with AI?
Trusted by over 1,000 learners and recognised as a leading AI literacy initiative, our programme offers a unique blend of engaging content, practical tools, and real-world applications.
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“Great sense of balance as the course makes you aware and reflect on 'the good' and 'the bad', and everything in between. I've been talking about the content of this course to my partner and also flagged it at my work, encouraging people to enrol and complete.”
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“I really enjoyed this course. In my role in innovation, I try to help others understand and embrace new technology and this course has given me a good base to build on, while also ensuring that I think about equality, privacy and ethics. It has given me ideas to ensure we are transparent.”
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“Very accessible course that has deepened my knowledge of AI in practical ways and without being overwhelming or instilling fear.”
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“What a great course. You have diverse experts talking about their work in an accessible manner and have introduced core themes allowing me to start asking questions and finding particular lines of thought to explore further.”
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“Excellent course - very thorough, covered many more topics than i was expecting. Excellent use of video resources and expert speakers.”
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The Conversation
"While AI is a force for innovation, it also poses risks for children and their rights, such as to their privacy, safety and security."
UNICEF
"The question is not about banning children from using AI, but how to make it safe to help them get the most value from it."
Dr Nomisha Kurian
"AI-driven advertising often targets young people with content that reinforces these unrealistic beauty standards."
The Children's Society
Questions. Answers.
Here are some of our most frequently asked questions.
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Living with AI is a free, online course created by the Scottish AI Alliance to help you understand Artificial Intelligence and its impact on society. No technical experience is required!
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This course is for anyone over the age of 16 who is interested in understanding AI—whether you’re a student, a professional, or just curious about how AI affects your daily life.
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No prior technical knowledge is needed! The course is designed for people with no background in AI, so it’s accessible for everyone.
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Living with AI covers basic AI concepts, real-world applications, ethical questions, and the social impact of AI, particularly in areas like healthcare, education, and employment.
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Signing up is easy! Just follow the registration link on this page, fill out a quick form, and you’ll be ready to start Living with AI as soon as it launches in spring 2025.
Brought to you by the Scottish AI Alliance, a partnership between The Data Lab and the Scottish Government. Guided by the Scotland’s AI Strategy, Living with AI aim is to improve AI literacy and contribute to Scotland’s leadership in trustworthy, ethical, and inclusive AI.
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