Computing // Artificial Intelligence
The Future of AI
What AI might do in 10 years; what we want it to do and what we're worried about; children as future designers and decision-makers about AI; hopeful, empowered framing
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Could the learner have a thoughtful conversation about what they'd want AI to do in the future and what they'd be worried about?
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What mastery looks like
- Describe at least two ways AI might be used in the future that don't exist yet
- Explain one thing they would want AI to do and one thing they would want it not to do
- Describe why it matters that young people understand AI — because they will shape how it is used
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3 topics- AI and the Future of WorkRequired
Artificial Intelligence // Ages 9 to 11
Must understand AI's impact on jobs before envisioning the broader future
- Designing Fair AI RulesRequired
Artificial Intelligence // Ages 9 to 11
Must understand responsible AI design before imagining the future of AI
- AI and the EnvironmentHelpful
Artificial Intelligence // Ages 9 to 11
Environmental trade-offs inform future AI decisions
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