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Ethics & AI

AI has the potential to significantly advance and benefit every facet of society. However, it also raises important ethical questions we must address. Like what?

The Ethics of AI

Bias and Fairness: AI systems can inherit biases from the data they are trained on, which can lead to unfair outcomes or discriminatory practices.
Privacy and Data Protection: AI systems often require large amounts of data to operate effectively, which raises concerns about privacy and data protection.
Accountability and Transparency: AI systems can be complex, making it challenging to understand their decision-making process.
Unemployment: AI advancements have the potential to automate various tasks, which may lead to job displacement and economic inequality.
Impact on Human Interaction and Relationships: AI can impact human interaction, social dynamics and interpersonal relationships by replacing part of the human-to-human experience.
Dependence on Technology: Over-reliance on AI systems and technology in general may lead to a diminished ability to think critically, problem-solve independently and acquire essential skills. It is important to strike a balance between leveraging AI’s capabilities and fully developing as a citizen.

What do you think?

What are the potential benefits of using applications such as Chat GPT for writing and critical thinking?
What are the potential drawbacks of relying on AI for writing and critical thinking?
How might AI be used to automate certain tasks, and what are the ethical implications of such automation?
Discuss this statement: ‘People are imperfect. That’s the difference between AI and humans. Embrace being imperfect, unique and authentic.’
In what ways might AI impact the job market and the future of work?
What are some potential privacy concerns associated with the use of AI, and how can these concerns be addressed?
How might AI be used to bridge language barriers and promote cross-cultural communication?
In what ways might Chat GPT and other AI technologies shape the future of society, and what are some potential risks and benefits associated with their development and deployment?
How could AI assist the (peer) review process?
Discuss this statement: ‘AI is a collaborator in the creative process.’

Create a presentation addressing one specific ethical consideration of AI and propose potential solutions or guidelines to mitigate the associated risks. Have a discussion afterward and decide as a class whether AI has a place in schools and in society.