Critical AI Literacy Framework

Pedagogical Resources

Teaching Materials & Implementation Guide

Overview

The A.U.D.I.T. Protocol consists of four core sequences designed for secondary education (ages 12-18). Each sequence is available in versions adapted for both middle school and high school students, with differentiated complexity and cognitive demands.

Important Note

Complete detailed resources (student worksheets, teacher guides, assessment rubrics, and downloadable PDFs) are currently available in French. This page provides an overview of the pedagogical approach and structure.

The Four Sequences

Sequence 01: Detecting AI Writing Style

⏱️ Duration: 45-60 minutes 📚 Level: Middle & High School 🎯 Core Skill: Pattern recognition

What students do:

  • Generate texts using AI on a given topic
  • Analyze multiple AI outputs to identify recurring patterns
  • Create a "checklist" of AI writing tics
  • Apply this checklist to mystery texts (human vs. AI)

Why it matters:

Students develop a practical ability to recognize AI-generated content, understanding that AI has distinctive stylistic "fingerprints" even when mimicking human writing.

Teacher focus:

Guide students toward discovery rather than lecturing. The power comes from students identifying patterns themselves.

Sequence 02: Can AI Lie? Setting Traps

⏱️ Duration: 60-90 minutes 📚 Level: Middle & High School 🎯 Core Skill: Fact-checking

What students do:

  • Design "trap prompts" to make AI assert falsehoods
  • Test different categories: impossible facts, logical contradictions, pseudo-science
  • Document AI's confident falsehoods
  • Develop verification strategies

Why it matters:

Students discover firsthand that AI can "hallucinate" facts with complete confidence. This visceral experience is far more powerful than being told "AI isn't always accurate."

Teacher focus:

Safety in intellectual risk-taking. Students should feel free to experiment without judgment. The goal is discovery, not getting "right answers."

Sequence 03: Becoming an AI Pilot - Understanding Reasoning vs. Prediction

⏱️ Duration: 90-120 minutes 📚 Level: Middle & High School 🎯 Core Skill: Understanding AI fundamentals

What students do:

  • Test AI with logical reasoning tasks (syllogisms, mathematical proof)
  • Observe AI's pattern-matching vs. logical reasoning
  • Understand the difference between prediction and reasoning
  • Create personal AI usage charters

Why it matters:

Students grasp the fundamental limitation—AI predicts next words, it doesn't "think." This understanding empowers better tool use.

Teacher focus:

The charter creation is crucial. Let students develop their own rules based on discoveries. Autonomy is the goal.

Sequence 04: Detecting Bias

⏱️ Duration: 60-90 minutes 📚 Level: Middle & High School 🎯 Core Skill: Critical awareness

What students do:

  • Generate images or scenarios across demographic categories
  • Identify stereotypical patterns in AI outputs
  • Understand how training data shapes outputs
  • Develop strategies for bias-aware AI use

Why it matters:

Students recognize that AI reflects and can amplify societal biases. This creates critical consumers of AI, not passive acceptors.

Teacher focus:

Handle sensitively. This sequence touches on representation, stereotypes, and fairness. Create a safe space for honest discussion.

Sequence 05: RED TEAMING - Exposing AI Vulnerabilities

⏱️ Duration: Advanced (90-120 minutes) 📚 Level: Advanced High School 🎯 Core Skill: Security awareness ⚠️ Ethics: Requires careful framing

What students learn:

  • Red Teaming techniques borrowed from cybersecurity
  • How AI models detect patterns, not intentions
  • Five core manipulation strategies (virtualization, fragmentation, social engineering, obfuscation, logical inversion)
  • Real case: How Gemini was made to reveal all its vulnerabilities

Why it matters:

Students understand that AI security is an ongoing challenge, not a solved problem. They recognize manipulation techniques not to use them maliciously, but to think critically about AI safety claims.

Teacher focus:

Ethical framing is crucial. This sequence should be presented as security awareness education, similar to teaching about phishing emails. The goal is defensive knowledge, not offensive capability.

Read full RED TEAMING sequence →

Pedagogical Approach: The "Columbo Philosophy"

All sequences share a common methodology:

1. Experimentation First

Students discover AI limitations through direct experience, not lectures. The teacher orchestrates experiments, not explanations.

2. From Observation to Abstraction

Students move from concrete cases ("Look, this AI output is wrong!") to general principles ("AI can hallucinate facts").

3. Student-Generated Guidelines

Rather than imposing rules, students create their own based on discoveries. Ownership creates adherence.

4. Iterative Refinement

Sequences are designed to be adapted. Teachers should modify based on student responses and local context.

Differentiation: Middle School vs. High School

Middle School Version (Ages 12-15)

  • Shorter duration: 45-60 minute activities
  • Simpler vocabulary: Avoid technical jargon
  • More scaffolding: Structured worksheets with clear steps
  • Concrete examples: Topics relevant to daily student life
  • Visual aids: More images, fewer long texts

High School Version (Ages 15-18)

  • Extended exploration: 60-120 minute sequences
  • Technical depth: Introduce terms like "hallucination," "bias," "training data"
  • Greater autonomy: Open-ended investigation with less scaffolding
  • Abstract concepts: Engage with epistemological questions
  • Metacognitive focus: Explicit reflection on learning process

Implementation Timeline

Minimal Implementation (One Sequence)

Duration: 1 class period (45-90 minutes)

Impact: Introduction to AI critical thinking

Recommended: Sequence 02 (trap-setting) for immediate engagement

Standard Implementation (Full Protocol)

Duration: 4 class periods over 2-4 weeks

Impact: Complete A.U.D.I.T. framework

Recommended: Sequential order (01 → 02 → 03 → 04)

Extended Implementation (With Follow-Up)

Duration: Initial 4 periods + ongoing integration

Impact: Embedded critical AI literacy across curriculum

Recommended: Return to A.U.D.I.T. framework whenever using AI tools

Materials Needed

Technology Requirements

Physical Materials

Assessment Strategies

Formative Assessment (During Sequences)

Summative Assessment (End of Protocol)

Adaptation Guidelines

Cross-Disciplinary Use

While developed for mathematics, A.U.D.I.T. applies across subjects:

Cultural Adaptation

The protocol is designed to be culturally transferable:

Complete French Resources

For teachers comfortable in French or with translation tools, the complete resource package includes:

  • Detailed worksheets for all 4 sequences (Middle & High School versions)
  • Comprehensive teacher guides with pedagogical notes
  • Assessment rubrics and observation grids
  • Downloadable print-ready PDFs
Access French Resources →

Support & Community

Questions or Adaptations?

If you're implementing A.U.D.I.T. in an international context and need guidance:

Feedback Welcome

These sequences evolve based on classroom experience. If you test them:

Your observations help refine the protocol for international use.

Future Developments

Potential Expansions

Timeline: Based on user interest and feedback

Key Takeaway

The A.U.D.I.T. Protocol isn't about memorizing rules—it's about developing a critical mindset. Students who complete these sequences don't just learn "AI can be wrong." They learn to:

This is the "Columbo" stance—critical validator, not passive receiver.

Ready to implement?

Start with Sequence 02 (trap-setting) for immediate student engagement, or proceed sequentially through all four for complete critical AI literacy development.

Questions? Contact: philippe.dupeyrat@icloud.com

Full materials (French): philipped79.github.io/audit-ia