Generative AI, communication, and stereotypes: Learning critical AI literacy through experience, analysis, and reflection

Abstract

This assignment is integrated into the generative AI unit of the Emerging Communication Technologies course. It includes step-by-step designs and reflective examples from students, highlighting the evolution of their perceptions of generative AI. The assignment uniquely focuses on understanding and raising awareness of stereotypes present in AI-generated images. Through experiential, analytical, and reflective learning, students build confidence and competence in interacting with various AI tools, acquire skills in AI–human communication and prompting, and develop critical thinking abilities to identify and mitigate stereotypes generated by AI.Courses Emerging Communication Technologies; Human–Computer Interaction; Communication and Technology; New Media; Digital Humanity; Digital Literacy; Media Literacy.Objectives Through these activities, students will (1) reduce fear or discomfort about interacting with generative AI, (2) familiarize themselves with popular generative AI tools, (3) understand characteristics of human–AI interaction, (4) recognize AI fallibility in producing stereotypes, and (5) think critically about identifying and preventing AI-generated stereotypes.

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