The philosophy and ethics of AI, for teens
Can a machine think? Should an AI ever have rights? Are there jobs AI should never do? This course gives students the philosophical tools to reason clearly about the technology shaping their lives. It's taught by coaches who research AI and values, and who run the Global AI Debates, an international student competition on AI ethics.
What students learn
Minds and machines: the Turing test, the Chinese room, consciousness
AI and moral status: could AIs be persons?
Fairness and bias in algorithms
Work, automation and responsibility
AI safety and governance: who decides?
How to build and defend an argument on AI questions
Format: small group or 1:1, weekly, 60 minutes, live on Zoom. Students can finish by entering the Global AI Debates.
Questions
Do students need coding experience?
No. This is philosophy, not programming.
Is it suitable for school groups?
Yes. Ask about programmes for classes and clubs.
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Fee support is available for students from under-resourced schools.