AI Literacy - “a set of competencies that enables individuals to critically evaluate AI technologies, communicate and collaborate effectively with AI, and use AI as a tool online, at home, and in the workplace”

— Almatrafi, Johri & Lee, Computers and Education Open (2024)

Image by Mosaic Mesh AI / Dall-E 3

AI Literacy Discussion Groups (AILDGs) bring small cohorts of humans together to dive-deep into AI topics. Through in-person and on-line discussions, article reviews, and private on-line interactions, AILDG members develop deeper understanding and knowledge of the foundational concepts and technologies underpinning AI tools, discuss ethical considerations resulting from the use of AI, and examine the regulatory and compliance landscape impacting the development and use of AI. AILDG members are empowered to evaluate the latest announcements in AI research, AI product offerings, and AI’s impact on society and to decide for themselves how they will or will not utilize AI in their personal and professional lives.

* Participation in AILDGs is free. However, you will incur costs getting to and buying food/drinks at in-person events, getting online for gatherings, and any use of online or computational tools that we discuss.

Learn More About AILDGs
Explore AILDG Offerings
An image showing an abstract concept of a conversation discussing ideas related to artificial intelligence.

Image by Mosaic Mesh AI / Dall-E 3

AI for Business Leaders

Collaborative discussion among leaders to understand developments in AI and how AI can be utilized to power your business in human-centered ways.

Learn More & Join
View Next
An image showing an abstract concept of a person who is frustrated by the ways AI is impacting their job.

Image by Mosaic Mesh AI / Dall-E 3

Help! AI Is Changing My Job

If you feel like AI is taking over your job this group can help you reframe the changes you're facing and find ways to embrace AI to supercharge your capabilities.

Learn More & Join
View Next
An image showing an abstract concept of studying a technical topic related to artificial intelligence including scientific papers and laptop computers

Image by Mosaic Mesh AI / Dall-E 3

AI Science & Engineering Deep Dive

Dive into technical papers, concepts, and examples to help you understand, learn and grow your professional capabilities.

Learn More & Join
View Next
An image showing an abstract concept of developing a greater understand about how AI tools, services, and systems work to help people make choices in their everyday life.

Image by Mosaic Mesh AI / Dall-E 3

AI Ethics & Regulation

Develop greater understanding about how AI tools, services, and systems work to help you make choices in your everyday life.

Learn More & Join
Learn More About AILDGs

  • AILDG cohorts are made up of 6-8 people from different backgrounds providing diverse perspectives and are curated and guided by Mosaic Mesh AI’s founder, Bart Gottschalk.

    No one comes to an AILDG as “the expert.” Instead everyone comes with a beginner’s mindset to read and watch suggested materials, listen carefully to their peers, and share their observations, questions, and insights. The cohort stays together through a series of in-person or online discussions and further online engagement.

  • Many people have a basic understanding of AI but still feel like the least-informed person in the room when it comes up at work or with friends.

    That feeling keeps a lot of people out of the conversation. They worry they won't keep up or won't have anything to contribute. AILDGs are built for them. Everyone in the group is a beginner, including Bart, so members can relax, really listen, and ask the questions they're afraid to ask anywhere else. Those questions are often the ones that start the best conversations, and people usually find that others in the room felt the same way. The goal is that, over a few sessions, members can start to see through headlines and over-the-top claims, and become the person friends and coworkers ask about AI, while knowing there's still plenty left to learn.

  • Like it or not, AI is showing up in every part of our lives, and the speed of adoption and impact seems to be increasing every day.

    AI can feel exciting, overwhelming, exhausting, hopeful, and hopeless all at the same time. On top of that, it's hard to know what to believe or who to listen to, and sometimes we find ourselves just wanting to give up. The latest headlines or product offerings can make us feel ill-informed and fearful of potential embarrassment, and these feelings can lead to isolation, whether real or perceived. Above all, we know this is a topic that we can't just ignore.

  • Mosaic Mesh AILDGs are a place to bring your questions, concerns, excitement, and fear.

    AILDGs won’t tell members what to believe. Instead, along with a group of engaged peers, members will explore a specific topic to develop foundational understanding and confidence. This confidence gives members a platform to think for themselves and expand their knowledge through sources beyond the scope of the AILDG.

  • “As I’ve traveled through my AI learning journey, unexpected conversations have helped me understand fundamental concepts about the ideas and technology that power AI.”

    “I’ve felt fear, confusion, and excitement about AI and often had a hard time finding others to share these feelings and discoveries with. I’ve been fortunate to be in a position to help others understand how AI works. With AI Literacy Discussion Groups, I’m creating the learning community I want to be a part of. I’m excited to find and develop a diverse group of people to travel with on this journey as we share with and learn from each other.”

    — Bart Gottschalk, Mosaic Mesh AI founder