{"id":1010,"date":"2021-11-24T11:46:37","date_gmt":"2021-11-24T16:46:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/?page_id=1010"},"modified":"2021-11-29T21:19:48","modified_gmt":"2021-11-30T02:19:48","slug":"ai-competency-framework","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/resources\/ai-competency-framework\/","title":{"rendered":"Artificial Intelligence Competency Framework"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">In F<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">all 2021 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 BCX0 SCXW33313163\">DawsonAI<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">wrapped<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">\u00a0up\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">a r<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">esearch grant\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">funded by the\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW33313163\" href=\"https:\/\/poleia.quebec\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW33313163\" lang=\"FR-FR\" xml:lang=\"FR-FR\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">P\u00f4le Montr\u00e9alais d\u2019enseignement sup\u00e9rieur en intelligence artificielle<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW33313163\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">\u00a0(PIA)<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">with\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW33313163\" href=\"https:\/\/www.concordia.ca\/cce.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW33313163\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Concordia Continuing Education<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">The main outcome<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">\u00a0of this\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">work\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">was<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">\u00a0a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">n AI<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">\u00a0competency\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">framework\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">for higher education, including CEGEP, university<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW33313163\"> and lifelong learning:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Artificial Intelligence Competency Framework: A success pipeline from college to university and beyond<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<style>\n\t\t\t.dc_btn_wrap.inline-block {\n\t\t\t\tmargin-right: 25px;\n\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t.buttons-group {\n\t\t\t\tdisplay: flex;\n\t\t\t\tflex-flow: column;\n\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t@media only screen and (min-width: 740px) {\n\n\t\t\t\t.buttons-group {\n\t\t\t\t\tdisplay: flex;\n\t\t\t\t\tflex-flow: row wrap;\n\t\t\t\t\tjustify-content: flex-start;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t.buttons-group.justify-space-between {\n\t\t\t\t\tdisplay: flex;\n\t\t\t\t\tflex-flow: row wrap;\n\t\t\t\t\tjustify-content: space-between;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\t.buttons-group.columns-2>div {\n\n\t\t\t\t\twidth: 48%;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\t.buttons-group.columns-3>div {\n\n\t\t\t\t\twidth: 32%;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\t.buttons-group.columns-4>div {\n\n\t\t\t\t\twidth: 24%;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t.buttons-group>div {\n\t\t\t\t\/* width: 100%; 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display:block;\"><a target=\"_blank\" style=\"  font-size:16px;  \" class=\"btn-dc-dark blue  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Corrected-FINAL_PIA_ConcordiaDawson_AICompetencyFramework.pdf\"><span style=\"display:block; align-items:center; height:100%;\">Download Framework<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>At the time of writing, the C\u00c9GEP Science and Social Science programs are undergoing revision across Qu\u00e9bec. This is an exceptional opportunity and Dawson College is exploring the creation of new profiles within these programs that could organize a range of AI-related curricula already developed by faculty through the AI learning community of teaching and research fellows. Additionally, a proposed AI-themed certificate could allow any student to flavour their program experience with AI topics and projects. The AI competency framework developed through this project is a valuable tool for the development of such initiatives at the college level.<\/p>\n<h2>Overview<\/h2>\n<p>This document is the principal outcome of an ambitious collaborative project between Concordia University and Dawson College to co-construct an artificial intelligence (Al) competency framework that supports the creation of success pipelines for learners from college to university to lifelong learning. The aim is to provide a flexible tool for educators, program developers, recognition of acquired competencies (RAC) coordinators, and other stakeholders engaged with developing curriculum and training programs that address ever-evolving Al talent needs. Growing evidence for an accelerating rate of digital transformation further amplified by the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, motivated us to look toward curriculum frameworks that are general in focus. For this reason, we have clustered AI competencies that may be used in varied higher education contexts along the pipeline for the pressing needs of today while being adaptable and extensible for the future.<\/p>\n<p>The AI competency framework is a result of extensive consultation with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and program development professionals. It serves as a curriculum development resource that can balance the technical, business, and human domains with ethics and civics in educational programs and professional training. Since the competencies are modular, they can be combined to fit specific objectives and program goals.<\/p>\n<p>In the face of numerous challenges and in persevering through the pandemic conditions, our team proudly celebrates the achievement of this work. It points to our shared responsibility in higher education to accompany learners through the acquisition of skills and knowledge along paths toward a lifetime of learning for the good of all. This also marks the beginning of a new phase of collaboration with opportunities to partner, innovate, and tackle education challenges in the age of AI. We hope that this AI competency framework user guide will be a valuable addition to your AI education toolkit.<\/p>\n<p>Sincerely,<br \/>\n<em>Sherry Blok<br \/>\n<\/em>Director of Programs, Concordia Continuing Education, Concordia University<\/p>\n<p><em>Joel Trudeau<br \/>\n<\/em>DawsonAI Artificial Intelligence Project Lead, Faculty, Dawson College<\/p>\n<p><em>Robert Cassidy<br \/>\n<\/em>Director, Centre for Teaching and Learning, Concordia University<\/p>\n<h2>Acknowledgments<\/h2>\n<p>We express our gratitude to <em>P\u00f4le montr\u00e9alais d\u2019enseignement sup\u00e9rieur en intelligence artificielle (PIA)<\/em> for providing a grant to support the development of this artificial intelligence competency framework. Our project embraces PIA\u2019s mission to encourage higher education institutions within Montreal to respond collectively in addressing training and development gaps that exist in the artificial intelligence field.<\/p>\n<p>The Concordia University and Dawson College project is one of 14 collaborative projects from partner universities and colleges to develop training and competency framework projects.<\/p>\n<p>A special word of thanks to Benoit Pag\u00e9 for his support to our team during the project.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1014\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/PIA-logo-1-800x531.jpg\" alt=\"PIA logo\" width=\"234\" height=\"155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/PIA-logo-1-800x531.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/PIA-logo-1-1200x797.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/PIA-logo-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/PIA-logo-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 234px) 100vw, 234px\" \/>PIA was created to ensure that college and university programs remain aligned with industry needs and to shed light on the social and ethical considerations related to the rise of AI. PIA supports post-secondary institutions to effectively create and update academic programs in order to reflect current and future AI needs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We are also grateful for the support received from our institutions during the work on this project.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1012\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Concordia-logo-800x246.jpeg\" alt=\"Concordia-logo\" width=\"302\" height=\"93\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Concordia-logo-800x246.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Concordia-logo-1200x369.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Concordia-logo-768x236.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Concordia-logo-1536x473.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Concordia-logo.jpeg 1718w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px\" \/>Concordia Continuing Education (CCE) offers distinctive opportunities in the market to better answer the personal, professional and organizational growth needs of our society. One day at a time, we invite people from different backgrounds and stages of life to take part in trend-setting training that generates concrete results.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1013 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Dawson_Main_Logo_Blue-e1637772152498-800x292.jpg\" alt=\"Dawson_Main_Logo_Blue\" width=\"299\" height=\"109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Dawson_Main_Logo_Blue-e1637772152498-800x292.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Dawson_Main_Logo_Blue-e1637772152498-768x280.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca\/ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/180\/Dawson_Main_Logo_Blue-e1637772152498.jpg 1192w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/>Dawson College is the largest college in Quebec\u2019s C\u00c9GEP network, home to 10,000 students in 50+ fields of study. We provide a welcoming and stimulating environment in which to learn and work, and where students are prepared to assume their role as productive and responsible citizens of the world.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>The Team<\/h2>\n<p>The team is composed of members of the Dawson College and Concordia University communities who<br \/>\nbring unique strengths and perspectives to the project.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Project Leads<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Sherry Blok<\/em>, Director of Programs, Concordia Continuing Education, Concordia University<br \/>\n<em>Joel Trudeau<\/em>, DawsonAI Artificial Intelligence Project Lead, Faculty, Dawson College<br \/>\n<em>Robert Cassidy<\/em>, Director, Centre for Teaching and Learning, Concordia University<\/p>\n<p><strong>Team Members<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Alicia Apostolakos<\/em>, Instructional Designer, Concordia Continuing Education, Concordia University<br \/>\n<em>Ana Maria Isac<\/em>, Instructional Designer, Concordia Continuing Education, Concordia University<br \/>\n<em>Aniklet Zefi<\/em>, Instructional Design Intern, Concordia Continuing Education, Concordia University<br \/>\n<em>Laura Ragonese<\/em>, Project Coordinator, Concordia Continuing Education, Concordia University<br \/>\n<em>Myriam Dimanche<\/em>, AI Project Coordinator, Dawson College<br \/>\n<em>Salvatore Costanzo<\/em>, Academic Coordinator, Concordia Continuing Education, Concordia University<br \/>\n<em>Simona Ionescu<\/em>, Business Intelligence and Information Analyst, Concordia Continuing Education,<br \/>\nConcordia University<br \/>\n<em>Yingying Hu<\/em>, Project Manager &amp; Strategist, Concordia Continuing Education, Concordia University<\/p>\n<p><strong>Competency Framework Developers<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Abhishek Gupta<\/em>, Founder and Principal Researcher, Montreal AI Ethics Institute, Machine Learning<br \/>\nEngineer and CSE Responsible AI Board Member, Microsoft<br \/>\n<em>Adrian Gonzales<\/em>, Concordia University<br \/>\n<em>Jonathan Sumner<\/em>, Dawson College<br \/>\n<em>Michel Charest<\/em>, Ville de Montr\u00e9al<br \/>\n<em>Tristan Glatard<\/em>, Concordia University<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In Fall 2021 DawsonAI wrapped\u00a0up\u00a0a research grant\u00a0funded by the\u00a0P\u00f4le Montr\u00e9alais d\u2019enseignement sup\u00e9rieur en intelligence artificielle\u00a0(PIA)\u00a0with\u00a0Concordia Continuing Education.\u00a0The main outcome\u00a0of this\u00a0work\u00a0was\u00a0an AI\u00a0competency\u00a0framework\u00a0for higher education, including CEGEP, university, and lifelong learning: Artificial Intelligence Competency Framework: A success pipeline from college to university and beyond. 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