AI governance glossary
AI literacy
Definition
The skills, knowledge and understanding that let providers, deployers and affected people use AI systems in an informed way and be aware of their opportunities, risks and possible harm. The EU AI Act asks providers and deployers to take measures to ensure a sufficient level of AI literacy among the staff who deal with AI systems.
Source: EU AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689). A plain-language explanation for orientation, not the legal text; follow the source for the binding wording.
AI literacy duties →AI literacy training plan →
Laws and policies on record that use it
- EU AI ActEuropean Union · Partially applicable
Duties that mention it
- Ensure AI literacy of staff operating AI systemsEU AI Act · European Union
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Frequently asked questions
What does "AI literacy" mean?
The skills, knowledge and understanding that let providers, deployers and affected people use AI systems in an informed way and be aware of their opportunities, risks and possible harm. The EU AI Act asks providers and deployers to take measures to ensure a sufficient level of AI literacy among the staff who deal with AI systems.
Where does the term AI literacy come from?
This explanation follows EU AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689). It is a plain-language paraphrase for orientation; the source has the binding wording.
Which laws and policies use the term AI literacy?
Among the records on this site: EU AI Act (EU).