Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Program

Everyday AI: Professional and Life Skills for the Future


Published on: 10 March 2024



I have the pleasure to conduct the first-ever Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Program (BIP) hosted by the Faculty of Management, Wrocław Tech! This BIP, titled "Everyday AI: Professional and Life Skills for the Future," offers a comprehensive introduction to Artificial Intelligence, designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the AI-driven world.

This unique program combines online learning with an intensive in-person experience in the vibrant city of Wrocław, Poland. Participants will explore the fundamentals of AI, its practical applications, and develop hands-on experience with AI tools. The course will also address the ethical implications of AI, providing insights into the future of this transformative technology.

People without whom this BIP would not be possible, my sincere gratitude to them (in alphabetical order)

  • All the 23 enrolled students from Czechia, France and Spain.
  • Julia Bohdziewicz (Erasmus+ Institutional Coordinator, WrocławTech, Poland)
  • Maria Borkowska (Center for International Relations, WrocławTech, Poland)
  • Valerie Buquet (Head of International Office, IUT de LILLE - Université de Lille, France)
  • Kamel Haddadi (Full Professor, IUT de LILLE - Université de Lille, France)
  • Anna Iwanowska (Center for International Relations, WrocławTech, Poland)
  • Anna Kowalska-Pyzalska (Dean of the Faculty of Management, WrocławTech, Poland)
  • Štěpánka Lacková (Coordinator for Exchange Students and Academics, Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, Czechia)
  • Dusan Mladenovic (Assistant professor, Department of Business Management, Masaryk University, Czechia)
  • Inmaculada Mora Orti (International Relations and Erasmus Coordinator, Florida Universitaria, Spain)
  • Chihib Nour-Eddine (Full Professor, IUT de LILLE - Université de Lille, France)
  • Anna Skowronska-Szmer (Erasmus+ Program Coordinator at the Faculty of Management, Wrocław Tech, Poland)
  • Pau Zamora Ortiz (Doctor - Unidad de Ingeniería, Florida Universitaria, Spain)

Program Details

  • Title: Everyday AI: Professional and Life Skills for the Future
  • Format: Blended Intensive Program (BIP)
  • Total Duration: 45 hours
    • Online Sessions: 10 hours
    • On-site Sessions: 35 hours
  • ECTS Credits: 3
  • Location: Online and In Person at the Faculty of Management, Wrocław Tech, Poland

Participants

This BIP brings together a diverse group of students from across Europe:

  • 5 from Masaryk University, Czechia
  • 8 from University of Lille, France (accompanied by Prof. Chihib Nour-Eddine)
  • 10 from Florida Universtaria, Spain (accompanied by Dr. Pau Zamora Ortiz)

Schedule

  • Online Sessions:
    • 27 March 2025
    • 6 April 2025
    • 13 April 2025
  • On-site Sessions: 14 - 18 April 2025

On-site Activities in Wrocław

The 5-day on-site part of the BIP in Wrocław will include:

  • 35 hours of classes and workshops
  • Walking tour of Wrocław
  • Visit to the Panorama of the Battle of Racławice
  • Integration dinner
  • Events organized by StartUp Wrocław

Project Outcomes for Students

Knowledge

  • Define AI and its key concepts.
  • Understand the applications of AI in various industries (e.g., healthcare, finance, marketing).
  • Recognize the potential benefits and limitations of AI in everyday life.

Skills

  • Use AI-powered tools and platforms effectively for everyday life.
  • Apply AI to solve real-world problems and improve decision-making.
  • Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the context of AI.

Ethical Awareness

  • Identify ethical concerns related to AI (e.g., bias, privacy, job displacement).
  • Understand the importance of responsible AI development and use.
  • Develop ethical frameworks for guiding AI decisions.

Future Readiness

  • Analyze the potential impact of AI on various aspects of society.
  • Prepare for the future of work and identify emerging AI-related career opportunities.
  • Develop a growth mindset and a willingness to adapt to technological advancements.

.. and Cultural Experience of Wrocław and Poland

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More deatils of the activities will be posted at a later date..