AI Literacy and Civic Resilience against Misinformation: Education for Schools and Adult Publics

Nantale Hadijah

Humanities Education Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are increasingly shaping the modern information ecosystem, influencing how information is created, distributed, and consumed. While these technologies offer significant opportunities for innovation in education and communication, they also intensify the spread of misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation across digital platforms. This paper examines the role of AI literacy in strengthening civic resilience against misinformation among both school-aged learners and adult publics. Drawing on theoretical perspectives of civic AI literacy and epistemic resilience, the study highlights how a critical understanding of AI systems, algorithmic processes, and data practices can empower individuals to evaluate information more effectively and engage responsibly in civic discourse. The paper further explores pedagogical approaches for integrating AI literacy into educational curricula, including inquiry-based, project-centered, and collaborative learning methods. It also considers the importance of community-based adult education initiatives, such as public seminars, workshops, and partnerships with libraries and civic organizations, in expanding AI literacy beyond formal schooling. Additionally, the research discusses challenges related to equity, access, digital divides, and cultural inclusivity in implementing AI literacy programs. The findings suggest that a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder approach involving educators, policymakers, civic institutions, and community organizations is essential for fostering informed digital citizenship. By equipping individuals with the skills to critically evaluate AI-generated content and verify information sources, AI literacy can play a crucial role in strengthening democratic participation and building societal resilience against misinformation in the digital age.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence Literacy, Civic Resilience, Misinformation and Disinformation, Digital and Media Literacy, and Civic Education.

CITE AS: Nantale Hadijah (2026). AI Literacy and Civic Resilience against Misinformation: Education for Schools and Adult Publics. NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN EDUCATION, 6(1): 1-8. https://doi.org/10.59298/NIJRE/2026/611800