Target Audience: All citizens participating in the 21st Century Citizenship Program.
Module Duration: 75 minutes
Learning Objectives:
Define artificial intelligence and its various applications.
Analyze the ethical challenges and dilemmas associated with AI development and use.
Explore the potential impact of AI on different aspects of society, including employment, privacy, and justice.
Discuss the importance of responsible AI development and governance.
Encourage critical thinking and informed decision-making about the future of AI.
10 minutes
AI in the Headlines: Begins by showcasing recent news stories or examples of AI applications that highlight ethical concerns or societal implications (e.g., biased algorithms, autonomous weapons, job displacement).
Program Overview: An overview of the learning objectives and emphasize the importance of ethical considerations in the development and use of AI.
15 minutes
Defining AI: A clear and concise definition of artificial intelligence, distinguishing between different types of AI (e.g., narrow AI, general AI).
Applications of AI: Exploration of various applications of AI across different sectors, including healthcare, finance, transportation, and entertainment.
AI and Society: Open dialogue about the potential benefits and challenges of AI for society, including its impact on economic growth, social interaction, and human well-being.
20 minutes
Bias and Discrimination: An examination of how bias can be embedded in AI algorithms, leading to discriminatory outcomes in areas like hiring, lending, and criminal justice.
Privacy and Surveillance: General discussion about the privacy implications of AI-powered surveillance technologies, data collection, and facial recognition.
Job Displacement and the Future of Work: An analysis of the potential impact of AI on employment, including job displacement and the need for workforce adaptation and reskilling.
Autonomous Weapons and the Ethics of War: Open dialogue about the ethical challenges of using AI in warfare, including the potential for autonomous weapons to make life-or-death decisions.
Accountability and Responsibility: A discussion about the challenges of assigning responsibility for the actions of AI systems and ensuring accountability for their outcomes.
15 minutes
Ethical Frameworks: An introduction to ethical principles and guidelines for responsible AI development, such as fairness, transparency, accountability, and human oversight.
Regulation and Policy: Open discussion about the role of government and international organizations in regulating AI and ensuring its ethical development and use.
Public Engagement and Dialogue: Emphasizes the importance of public discourse and citizen participation in shaping the future of AI.
10 minutes
Emerging Trends: Explores emerging trends in AI, such as the development of general AI, the increasing autonomy of AI systems, and the convergence of AI with other technologies.
Ethical Challenges: Open discussion about the ethical implications of these trends and the need for ongoing dialogue and adaptation to ensure responsible AI development.
The Role of Citizens: Empowers citizens to engage in informed discussions about AI, advocate for ethical practices, and contribute to shaping a future where AI benefits humanity.
5 minutes
Recap: A Summary of the key takeaways from the module.
Q&A: Time allowed for questions and discussions.
Call to Action: Encourages participants to stay informed about AI developments, engage in ethical considerations, and contribute to shaping a responsible and beneficial future for AI.
Ethical Dilemmas: Considers ethical dilemmas related to AI and facilitates group discussions to explore different perspectives and potential solutions.
Case Study Analysis: An analysis of real-world examples of AI applications and their ethical implications.
Guest Speakers: Experts in AI ethics or related fields invited to share their insights and engage in discussions with participants.
Interactive Simulations: Interactive simulations or games to illustrate ethical challenges and decision-making in the context of AI.
The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence provides a comprehensive overview of the ethical considerations surrounding AI, empowering citizens to engage in informed discussions and contribute to shaping a future where AI is developed and used responsibly for the benefit of humanity.