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Making sense of data in the age of AI

MBZUAI · Invalid Date

Laura Koesten, Assistant Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at MBZUAI, studies how people interpret and interact with data, driven by the increasing need to adapt digital environments to people. Her work focuses on making data more accessible and understandable for various audiences, drawing from her Ph.D. research at the University of Southampton and postdoctoral work at King's College London. She emphasizes the importance of data literacy for citizens in understanding how data is used in decision-making systems. Why it matters: This research contributes to bridging the gap between complex AI systems and human understanding, fostering broader societal engagement with data-driven technologies in the UAE and beyond.

AI Literacy in UAE Libraries: Assessing Competencies, Training Needs, and Ethical Considerations for the Digital Age

arXiv · Nov 3

A survey of 92 library and information science (LIS) professionals in the UAE reveals strong cognitive AI competencies but gaps in behavioral and normative competencies related to AI biases and ethics. The study identifies a disconnect between the perceived importance of AI skills and the effectiveness of current training programs. It recommends that library training programs address AI ethics and biases.