AI Ethics: Possibility or Peril?

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Ethics of AI

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Grade Level10th Grade

SubjectEthics of AI

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Want to create a reading with questions about the ethics of AI and how realistic it would be for AI to take over

This resource examines the ethical implications of artificial intelligence (AI) development. It provides learning objectives that focus on understanding concepts like Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), superintelligence, and the alignment problem, alongside tracing the historical ethical dilemmas in AI. Key terminology defines important notions within AI, such as the challenges posed by the alignment problem, while historical milestones raise questions about the nature of intelligence and the ethicality of AI's evolving capabilities. The document also discusses the current capabilities of AI, acknowledging both their potential and limitations. Critical thinking exercises encourage students to analyze ethical frameworks, assess issues of privacy and surveilling technologies such as facial recognition, and reflect on accountability in AI mishaps. Finally, it urges students to synthesize their learning in a persuasive argument about the most pressing ethical concern in AI today.

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AI Ethics: Possibility or Peril?

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Foster Open Dialogue

Break Down Terminology

Use Historical Context

Scaffold Ethical Frameworks

Engage with Case Studies

Implement Annotation Prompts

Facilitate Socratic Questions

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Encourage Metacognitive Reflections

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