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FRIDA explains: Artificial Intelligence
The project ‘FRIDA - Women in the digital world of work’ makes inspiring digital women visible. In this video, three female experts talk about their experiences in the field of artificial intelligence.
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Mastering the AI transformation together
IU studies on AI and the future of education
ChatGPT and the like for personal use. How are AI bots being used? What impact are they having?
Two-thirds of the respondents in this IU study are aware of AI technologies such as ChatGPT or Google Bard - and one-third have already used them. This is the impact AI bots have on our private lives.
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The impact of AI bots on our society
Does Artificial Intelligence improve our quality of life? Do AI technologies need to be regulated? What workers in Germany think about ChatGPT and the like.
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ChatGPT and the like: How AI bots are changing our working world
This IU study shows: Many workers in Germany see an impact of artificial intelligence like ChatGPT on their professional life. What does this mean for the work of the future?
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Learning with AI. Use of ChatGPT and the like for Learning.
AI bots like ChatGPT are changing education and learning. But is that really the case? Explore key facts and opinions on artificial intelligence tools such as AI bots to AI learning assistants, in our IU Short Study.
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AI in recruiting: Emotions, beliefs, expectations
What influence does artificial intelligence have on the candidate experience? The IU study shows what potential applicants think about AI in recruiting.
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Artificial intelligence: The future of artificial intelligence in German companies
The relevance of AI in companies is increasing, but the goal of a more efficient world through artificial intelligence has not yet been achieved. Positive assessment by respondents: innovation as an opportunity for a growth-oriented future.
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Comms4Good
AI-based PR assistant for non-profit organisations
Funded by Bundesministerium für Arbeit und Soziales
Contact persons: Prof. Dr. Josef Arweck, Prof. Dr. Nele Hansen, Prof. Dr. Laura-Maria Altendorfer, Carla Aschendorf
Duration: 01.01.2024 – 31.12.2024
AI-Patient IPL
Development of AI-based patient:ing models for interprofessional learning in health care curricula
Contact persons: Prof. Dr. Katharina Rädel-Ablass, Prof. Dr. Cornelia Schlick, Prof. Dr. Claudia Miersch, Prof. Dr. Sandra Pahr-Hosbach, Prof. Dr. Klaus Schliz, Prof. Dr. Hanna Schwendemann, Prof. Dr. Stephanie Rupp, Prof. Dr. Marion Roddewig,
Duration: 01.09.2023 until 31.08.2025
AI Ethics
Behavioral Implications of machine-learning algorithms in compliance systems
Contact persons: Prof. Dr. Sascha Behnk, Prof. Dr. Frank Passing
Durations: 01.04.2023 – 31.03.2025
AI-KI-DO
AI systems in creative practice and teaching
Contact persons: Prof. Jörg Burbach, Marion Plank, Nadine Trautzsch, André Meyer
Duration: 01.08.2023 until 31.01.2025
How Human is generative KI?
Rationality and emotionality of systems such as ChatGPT
Contact persons: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Kristina Schaaff, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Tim Schlippe
Duration: 01.10.2023 until 30.09.2025
Digital Legislation
Artificial intelligence and other innovative technologies for planning laws
Contact person: Prof. Dr. Heiko Krüger
Duration: 01.09.2023 until 31.11.2024
GoEcoFit
GoEcoFit is a digital platform for health, wellness and sustainability aimed at organisations and their members.
Funded by: Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz, Projektträger Jühlich, Forschungszentrum Jühlich GmbH
Contact person: Prof. Dr. Thomas Bolz
Duration: 01.05.2023 to 30.04.2024
AI in his blood: Justin Irabor
Known as the ‘German wunderkind’ in Nigeria, Justin's work with AI not only improves learning, but also promotes personalised education worldwide.
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How to learn AI?
This guide shows step by step all the important topics and requirements to become a true AI professional.
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About IU International University of Applied Sciences
With over 130,000 students, IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU) is the largest university in Germany. The private, state-recognised educational institution with its headquarters in Erfurt began operations in 2000 and is now represented in more than 35 German cities. Students from over 190 nations design their studies according to their needs: whether practice-integrated dual studies, flexible distance learning or individual “myStudium”, which combines online self-study and campus life. IU wants to give people worldwide access to personalised education for a fulfilled and self-determined life. In more than 250 bachelor's, master's and MBA programmes, including over 50 in English, IU teaches students key skills relevant to the future. A digitally supported learning environment and the use of AI solutions help students to achieve optimal learning results and experiences. IU is one of the first universities in the world to have developed and deployed its own AI-supported learning buddy. IU cooperates with over 15,000 companies and supports them in the academic training of professionals. Partners include Motel One, Vodafone, AWO and Deutsche Bahn. Further information at: iu.org
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