My AI Compass — Guiding Principles
In alignment with my role as an instigator of new ideas and a transformative educator, my AI policies are designed to ethically integrate AI into my work, enhancing my potential and those I educate and collaborate with. These policies reflect a deep understanding of the intersection between technology, human development, and systemic challenges.
1. Ethical and Responsible AI Use
- AI applications in my work must adhere to the highest ethical standards, ensuring fairness, transparency, and respect for privacy.
- AI should augment human capabilities, not replace them, focusing on enhancing creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
2. AI as a Tool for Educational Innovation
- Incorporate AI to develop innovative pedagogical models, using technology to tailor learning experiences to individual needs.
- Use AI to analyze educational outcomes and continuously improve teaching methods and content.
3. Advocacy for AI Literacy
- Champion the importance of AI literacy in educational curricula, preparing students for a future where AI is integral to various sectors.
- Engage in public discourse on AI’s responsible use, highlighting its potential benefits and risks.
- Never upload PII (Personally Identifiable Information) into a public Language Model; only upload PII into a private Language Model with prior approval.
4. Continuous Learning and Adaptation
- Commit to ongoing learning about AI developments to stay at the forefront of technology in education.
- Adapt AI policies as technology evolves, ensuring they remain relevant and practical.
5. Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
- Collaborate with experts in AI and education to develop best practices.
- Share knowledge and insights on AI applications in education with peers and the broader community.
6. Equitable AI Empowerment in Education
- Fostering universal access to AI tools and literacy, ensuring all students have the means and knowledge to leverage AI.
- Utilizing AI personalizes education, addresses diverse learning needs, and closes educational gaps.
- Actively working to eliminate biases in AI, promoting an inclusive and fair learning environment.
7. AI and the Future: Shaping a Responsible Tomorrow
- Applying AI competencies to prepare students for an AI-integrated future.
- Advocating for technologies that enhance societal and educational well-being.
- Advocate as a thought leader about the long-term impact of AI on society.
- Building AI-resilient communities through outreach and education, inspiring balanced perspectives on AI’s potential and challenges.
My personal AI policies are more than guidelines; they are a commitment to leveraging AI in a way consistent with my values as a skills developer and innovator. They’re a roadmap for using AI to empower, educate, and inspire everyone equally.
About the author: Greg Twemlow, Co-Founder of Future Skills Studio.
Greg Twemlow: Sharing what I’ve learned from my career of 35 years as a citizen of the world, parent, corporate executive, entrepreneur, and, since 2018, CEO of Future Skills Studio, focused on experiential learning programs for young people.
