Gender Differences in AI Literacy Workshop Outcomes and Deepfake Engagement
A study involving Australian secondary students found significant gender differences in AI literacy and engagement with deepfake technology. Male students reported higher interest in STEM careers, while female students were more likely to use AI for schoolwork and seek advice from AI tools. Males were also more prone to creating or sharing deepfake content. Following a one-day AI literacy workshop, both genders improved in AI knowledge, but females showed greater gains in conceptual understanding, confidence, and career interest, helping to narrow the gender STEM gap. AI
IMPACT Highlights the need for gender-responsive AI curricula and deepfake safety education to address disparities in student understanding and engagement.