US Labor Department Launches Free AI Literacy Course Delivered Entirely Via Text Message
Summary
The US Department of Labor launches 'Make America AI-Ready,' a free AI literacy course delivered entirely via text message, requiring just 10 minutes a day for seven days — accessible to anyone by texting 'READY' to 20202.
Key Points
- The US Department of Labor launches the 'Make America AI-Ready' initiative, a free AI literacy course delivered entirely via text message to ensure accessibility for all Americans regardless of internet or device access.
- The course, built through a public-private partnership with AI learning platform Arist, runs seven days at just 10 minutes per day, covering AI principles, use cases, and best practices aligned with the Labor Department's AI Literacy Framework — accessible by texting 'READY' to 20202.
- While the initiative addresses a growing AI skills gap and is seen as a promising step toward broader accessibility, questions remain about public enrollment demand and whether the introductory content is comprehensive enough for learners at varying skill levels.