AI Literacy Frameworks for Higher Education
This presentation covers AI literacy frameworks designed for higher ed, focusing on technical, critical, ethical, and practical aspects of AI.

by Joe Sabado

AI Literacy Frameworks

Educause AI Literacy in Teaching and Learning Framework (ALTL)
Emphasizes technical understanding, evaluative skills, practical applications, and ethical considerations.

Five Domains Framework
Covers foundational understanding, conceptual knowledge, social awareness, ethical citizenship, and emotional intelligence.

Barnard College Pyramid Model
Progressive AI literacy, from basic understanding to advanced creation.

DEEP LEARN Framework
Focuses on a sequence of discovery, engagement, evaluation, and reflection.

Three-Dimensional Literacy Framework
Incorporates functional, critical, and rhetorical dimensions for practical, analytical, and strategic AI use.
Educause AI Literacy in Teaching and Learning Framework (ALTL)

1

Technical Understanding
Basic comprehension of AI systems

2

Evaluative Skills
Critical assessment capabilities

3

Practical Application
Implementation in academic contexts

4

Ethical Considerations
Responsible use and ethical implications
The Five Domains Framework
Foundational Understanding
Basic platform usage and accessibility
Conceptual Knowledge
Core AI principles
Social Awareness
Societal impact understanding
Ethical Citizenship
Responsible digital conduct
Emotional Intelligence
Socio-emotional aspects of AI interactions
Barnard College Pyramid Model
Deep Learn Framework
Discover
Exploration of AI capabilities
Engage
Active interaction with AI
Evaluate
Critical assessment
Probe
Deep investigation
Link
Connection-making
Expand
Knowledge broadening
Adapt
Flexible implementation
Reflect
Thoughtful consideration
Navigate
Strategic guidance
Three-Dimensional Literacy Framework
Functional
Practical usage and implementation
Critical
Analytical evaluation
Rhetorical
Strategic communication and application
Implementation Considerations
Align framework selection with institutional goals
The frameworks emphasize critical thinking, ethics, and practical AI skills for higher ed.
Provide comprehensive training programs
The frameworks emphasize critical thinking, ethics, and practical AI skills for higher ed.
Develop clear assessment metrics
The frameworks emphasize critical thinking, ethics, and practical AI skills for higher ed.
Ensure accessibility across different skill levels
The frameworks emphasize critical thinking, ethics, and practical AI skills for higher ed.
Foster continuous learning environments
The frameworks emphasize critical thinking, ethics, and practical AI skills for higher ed.