Using the Theoretical-Experiential Binomial for Educating AI-Literate Students

Horia Alexandru Modran (), Doru Ursuțiu and Cornel Samoilă
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Horia Alexandru Modran: Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Transilvania University of Brasov, 500036 Brasov, Romania
Doru Ursuțiu: Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Transilvania University of Brasov, 500036 Brasov, Romania
Cornel Samoilă: Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Transilvania University of Brasov, 500036 Brasov, Romania

Sustainability, 2024, vol. 16, issue 10, 1-20

Abstract: In the dynamic landscape of modern education, characterized by an increasingly active involvement of IT technologies in learning, the imperative to transfer to university students the skills necessary to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the process represents an important goal. This paper presents a novel framework for knowledge transfer, diverging from traditional programming language-centric approaches by integrating PSoC 6 microcontroller technology. This framework proposes a cyclical learning cycle encompassing theoretical fundamentals and practical experimentation, fostering AI literacy at the edge. Through a structured combination of theoretical instruction and hands-on experimentation, students develop proficiency in understanding and harnessing AI capabilities. Emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity, this approach equips students with the tools to navigate the complexities of real-world AI applications effectively. By leveraging PSoC 6 as an educational tool, a new generation of individuals is efficiently cultivated with essential AI skills. These individuals are adept at leveraging AI technologies to address societal challenges and drive innovation, thereby contributing to long-term sustainability initiatives. Specific strategies for experiential learning, curriculum recommendations, and the results of knowledge application are presented, aimed at preparing university students to excel in a future where AI will be omnipresent and indispensable.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence (AI); AI literacy; PSoC 6; experiential learning; sustainability (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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