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Artificial intelligence, or AI, is transforming the digital landscape.Students are already interacting with AI tools, such as chatbots, which can present information in ways that look and sound convincing. But is the information reliable, and where is it sourced from?  Being prepared for civic life includes understanding AI’s potential and how to avoid its pitfalls.

Digital literacy researcher and Digital Inquiry Group co-founder Sam Wineburg highlights the impact AI can have on civic life and the importance of understanding the sources of the information we are accessing.

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This video is part of the Civic Digital Literacy Project from iCivics and the Digital Inquiry Group. Civic Digital Literacy equips students with evidence-based strategies to discern online information, find trustworthy sources, and be better-informed citizens within the rapidly changing online environment.  Explore the full collection of Civic Digital Literacy resources.

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