AI is anticipated to disrupt up to 300 million jobs worldwide in the next 5 years, especially in the US and UK. In today’s quickly evolving technological landscape, the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) and New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII) are leading the charge with an innovative AI Prompt Engineering Program and an AI in Education Symposium next month. This is part of the Learning and Development Initiative’s (LDI) efforts specifically designed to prepare the workforce for the demands of the AI-driven future.
Building Skills for the Future
AI Prompt Engineering is a critical skill for anyone looking to thrive in the AI industry and is applicable to many other sectors: accounting, business, design, leadership, marketing, sales, and education. This 5-week certificate program focuses on:
- Core AI Principles: Providing a solid foundation in AI technologies.
- Effective Prompt and Content Creation: Teaching techniques to craft prompts that optimize AI performance.
- Practical Experience: Offering hands-on projects that mirror real-world scenarios.
The program is offered through a partnership with Ziplines, established with NJIT this past summer.
Connecting to the AI in Education Symposium
NJIT/NJII’s dedication to workforce development extends beyond the classroom. On Wednesday, December 11th, the Learning and Development Initiative at NJIT/NJII, in conjunction with the NJ Department of Education and Eduscape, is hosting the AI in Education Symposium at The Conference Center at Mercer County Community College in West Windsor. This event is a prime opportunity for K-12 teachers, administrators, and leaders to engage with the latest advancements in AI and education.
Bringing together K-20 educators, administrators, and policymakers, the symposium addresses the opportunities and challenges AI presents in reshaping learning environments. Key themes include AI’s role in personalized learning, student privacy, equitable education outcomes, and the future of AI-driven assessments. Featured sessions such as Leadership in the Age of AI, Empowering Students with Diverse Needs, and Upskilling and Reskilling in the Age of AI highlight AI’s impact on inclusion, bias mitigation, and workforce development. Attendees will also engage in hands-on workshops like Transforming District Leadership with Custom AI Solutions, empowering leaders to drive AI innovation in their districts. Notes Dr. Michael Edmondson, NJIT’s Associate Provost of Continued Learning and one of the symposium’s facilitators, “This is a chance for educators to come together and share what they are doing with AI in their districts as well as create a community of practice to last long beyond the symposium.”