Course Overview: The AI and Humanity course at Legend College Preparatory (LCP) offers a unique, interdisciplinary exploration of the relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and the human experience. This course is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of AI technologies and their impact on society, ethics, and the future of humanity. It integrates concepts from computer science, social sciences, philosophy, and ethics, encouraging students to think critically about the development and use of AI in shaping our world.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understanding AI Technologies: Students will gain foundational knowledge in AI, including machine learning, natural language processing, robotics, and data analytics. This will include hands-on experiences with AI tools and platforms.
- Ethical Implications of AI: The course emphasizes the ethical challenges AI presents, such as bias, privacy, accountability, and the effects on employment and inequality. Students will engage in discussions and debates on how to navigate these complex issues responsibly.
- Human-Centered AI Design: The course highlights the importance of creating AI systems that are fair, transparent, and beneficial to all. Students will explore concepts of human-centered AI design, focusing on empathy, accessibility, and societal impact.
- Impact on Society: AI’s influence on various sectors, including healthcare, education, law, and economics, will be explored. Students will assess how AI shapes human behavior, culture, and social structures, and examine case studies on both the positive and negative effects of AI in different industries.
- Global Perspectives: The course covers how AI affects different parts of the world, especially in terms of governance, labor markets, and human rights. Students will analyze how countries approach AI regulations and strategies, fostering a global understanding of AI’s role in international development.
Course Structure:
- Unit 1: Foundations of AI
Introduction to AI concepts and the history of AI development. Students will learn about key breakthroughs in AI and their implications for the future. - Unit 2: AI and Ethics
Deep dive into the ethical considerations of AI, focusing on topics such as algorithmic bias, data privacy, and the moral dilemmas AI presents in sectors like healthcare, criminal justice, and finance. - Unit 3: AI in Society
Exploration of AI’s impact on social systems and the economy. This unit includes discussions on AI’s effect on job markets, education, and societal inequality. - Unit 4: Human-Centered AI
Emphasizes the design of AI systems that prioritize human values and social good. Students will examine case studies where human-centered AI has been successfully implemented. - Unit 5: Global Impacts of AI
Students will explore how AI is used around the world and its potential in international development, governance, and global security.
Assessment Methods:
- Research Projects: Students will research and present on a specific AI application and its societal or ethical implications.
- Group Discussions: Engaging in structured debates about real-world AI issues such as autonomous vehicles, AI in warfare, or AI-driven healthcare technologies.
- Capstone Project: A culminating project where students will design an AI solution addressing a societal challenge, incorporating ethical considerations and human-centered design principles.
Who Should Take This Course? The AI and Humanity course is ideal for students interested in the intersection of technology and society. It is particularly beneficial for those who wish to pursue careers in AI, computer science, ethics, law, public policy, or social sciences. The course provides students with both technical knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to become ethical leaders in the digital age.
Course Benefits:
- Interdisciplinary Learning: Combines computer science, ethics, and social science, offering a holistic view of AI.
- Critical Thinking and Debate: Encourages thoughtful discussions on the role of AI in society, equipping students with the ability to analyze and critique AI systems.
- Future Career Readiness: Prepares students for careers in AI, technology, policy-making, and other fields where understanding the societal impact of AI is crucial.
- Ethical Leadership: Develops a sense of responsibility in students, teaching them to consider the ethical implications of their work in AI and technology.
Join LCP’s AI and Humanity Course to learn how AI is reshaping our world and discover your role in building a future where technology and humanity coexist harmoniously.