Our project, 'Hybrid Intelligence Processes and Narratives in Robotic Manufacturing,' investigates how different AI narratives—focusing on automation versus hybrid intelligence—impact students' perceptions about AI in the workplace. Early findings indicate that the type of narrative significantly influences their future professional outlook. To obtain these findings, we have employed a combined approach consisting of discussions, workshops, and surveys.

In the narrative workshops, students were divided into groups to explore two contrasting views on AI: one highlighting AI as a potential threat to jobs through automation, and the other presenting AI as a supportive partner in human-AI collaborations aimed at augmenting human skills..

This was followed by interactive technological workshops where students participated in practical activities, creating chatbots and programming robots. This hands-on experience helped them understand the real-world implications of the different AI narratives.

Additionally, surveys conducted before and after the workshops measured the impact of these narratives on students' perceptions of AI. This data collection was crucial for identifying which narrative frameworks positively shaped students’ views on AI’s role in professional settings.