Artificial intelligence: How does it work?

Artificial intelligence: How does it work?

Objective: Learners critically examine the effects of AI in everyday applications on individuals and society.

Content and methods: Learners first reflect on where they encounter AI in everyday life in a mind map. This provides a good introduction to the topic. Alternatively, a video is provided that addresses AI in everyday life and can be used as a further introduction. Learners then examine an Instagram post and a newspaper article that shed light on how a selected AI application works in everyday life. Open-ended questions are provided to deepen their understanding of the content. Based on this, learners watch a video from the "kurzgesagt" on the future of artificial intelligence and society. A related assignment is given.

Skills:

  • Technical expertise
  • Critical reflection on AI and its everyday uses
  • Global perspective

Target group and level: Grade 8 and above

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Artificial intelligence: How does it work?

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Artificial intelligence in everyday life

Artificial intelligence, or AI for short, has become an integral part of our everyday lives. Many of us have already interacted with AI applications, but how do these fascinating technologies actually work? In this worksheet, you will explore the basics of AI applications and find out what techniques and methods are behind them. You will look at how AI has changed our everyday lives and what opportunities and risks it presents.

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