Embed
The Embed pathway is for anyone who is responsible for managing or supporting others (e.g. supervisors, team leaders, first level managers), or anyone aspiring to develop their knowledge beyond the Explore pathway. This pathway looks at the practical implementation of AI solutions, and the risks and challenges that can come with this.
If you aren't sure you understand any of the content, jump back to the Explore pathway and use the resources there to develop your knowledge before carrying on.
The Embed Pathway
Step 1 - AI in Scotland
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The Scottish AI Alliance have developed this introductory guide to highlight the opportunities and benefits of AI, as well as the risks and ethical considerations that must be factored in. The guide also looks at the current use of AI across Scotland – pay particular attention to the ‘healthcare’ section. |
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| Your organisation may also have it’s own guidance on how to use AI safely with consideration of risks and ethical factors. Find out what support is available locally and ensure your colleagues are also aware of this. |
Step 2 - AI in Practice
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The Scottish AI Register provides information on the AI systems in use or in development within the Scottish public sector. For each AI system on the register, there is a helpful breakdown of the data sets used, how the system works and how human oversight is factored in. Browse the register to find relevant examples to help you understand AI in practice. Link: The Scottish AI Register |
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| Having explored the examples on the register, where do you think there might be opportunities to utilise AI across your work or the services you provide? |
Step 3 - Attitudes Towards AI (NEW)
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AI technologies are becoming more present in our health and social care services, for example, in clinical diagnosis and early detection, virtual care and the production of predictive analytics. People have a wide range of feelings about this. Some are excited about the possibilities AI brings, while others feel uncertain or even concerned. What about the people around you? What have you heard from your colleagues? And how do the individuals who use your organisation’s services feel about AI technologies? Take a moment to reflect on the different perspectives. Understanding these views is an important part of embedding a supportive approach moving forwards. |
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Earlier this year, CAST ran a survey to gain insights into the most current AI needs, behaviours, concerns and priorities across the social sector. This helpful blog provides a summary of their findings: Link: CAST’s AI survey: the highs, the lows — and the support available |
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| Think about how you can use the questions and themes from the CAST survey to start meaningful conversations with your colleagues about AI technologies. What are they excited about? What worries do they have? What support might they need as AI becomes more common across their work? |
Step 4 - Making Careful Choices
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The Scottish AI Summit takes place each year to help embed a trustworthy, ethical, and inclusive AI future. In 2024, Rachel Coldicutt (Researcher and Strategist specialising in the social impact of new and emerging technologies) spoke about why a careful and considered approach to AI is needed. Watch this video (22m 31s) to hear her thoughts and advice. Link: Rachel Coldicutt: Let’s make AI work for 8 billion people not 8 billionaires |
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| Has Rachel’s advice made you think differently about the use of AI? |
Step 5 - AI Myths
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It's important to remember that everyone will have different perceptions of AI. Some may be excited about the transformative opportunities it offers, whilst others may be more cautious and fearful of how it may negatively impact them. Before we start this step, take a moment to reflect on your personal use of AI. Do you think it is something that will help you in your everyday life, and are there any concerns that you have? |
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This short video (3m22s) highlights some of the most common myths about AI: Link: Debunking Generative AI Myths: Unveiling the Truth About Generative AI's Impact and Capabilities |
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| Take some time to ask your colleagues about their perceptions of AI. What are they curious about, and what excites them? What concerns do they have and what might be holding them back? Use insights from the video to a shine a light on the common myths and help turn any uncertainty into understanding. |
What Next?
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