As generative AI like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot become increasingly popular in both work and personal life, we face new challenges and opportunities.
One of the biggest challenges is understanding and dealing with the “hallucinations” that AI systems sometimes produce, as well as developing a source-critical capability to use these tools responsibly.
Just as the ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) once helped us understand the basics of computer knowledge, perhaps now might be the time to think about an “AI driving licence”?
Hallucinations within AI can be described as when the AI generates content that sounds believable but as has no basis in reality.
The ability to critically review information is crucial when we use AI tools.
Always make sure Check the facts and use multiple independent sources to verify information that AI generates for you. Also put a low trustworthiness generally on what AI says. Assess the credibility of the information presented and think through a couple of extra times if it is generated by AI.
The idea occurs to us that just as ECDL verified basic computer skills, an AI driver's license might provide understanding of how to use AI tools responsibly. One of these could include:
AI will continue to play an important role in the future, and with it comes the need to understand and manage its impact. Developing a source-critical attitude and perhaps introducing an AI driver's license could be important steps to ensure we use these powerful tools responsibly and effectively.
What do you guys think? Is it time for an AI driver's license? Get in touch and we can discuss how to efficiently manage AI in your organization.
