Eco-Ethics: AI Use in Climate Change Mitigation
This lesson addresses the varied role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in addressing environmental challenges and climate change, highlighting both its potential benefits and the ethical dilemmas it presents. Through a video, a case study, and a simulation activity, students will explore how AI can contribute to sustainable practices, such as wildlife conservation and energy efficiency, […]
The Ethics of AI in Financial Markets: Profit vs. Principle
This lesson introduces students to the growing influence of AI in finance, a field that significantly impacts our economy and daily lives, providing a basic understanding of modern financial dynamics. By exploring both the potential and the pitfalls of AI in financial decision-making, students develop critical thinking skills and learn the importance of ethical considerations […]
Behind the Screen: AI and the Ethics of Social Media Algorithms
This lesson addresses the intersection of technology and ethics, a rapidly growing area of importance in our digital world. By exploring the use of AI in social media, it helps students understand and critically evaluate how their online experiences are shaped, fostering digital literacy and responsible online behavior. The discussion of ethical dilemmas in AI […]
AI Under One Roof: The Ethics of Smart Homes
This lesson equips students with a critical understanding of the rapidly evolving landscape of smart home technology and its integration into daily life, building awareness about privacy, security, and ethical implications. By exploring the practical applications and potential challenges of AI in residential settings, students learn to navigate the benefits and risks of digital advancements […]
The Ethics of AI in Playlist Algorithms: Harmony or Homogeny?
This lesson focuses on the intersection of AI and music, exploring how algorithms curate personalized playlists and the implications for musical diversity and artist exposure. It raises critical discussions on the challenges of algorithmic bias and echo chambers, alongside ethical considerations like privacy and copyright in the digital music landscape. By engaging in simulations and […]
The Ethics of AI Child Monitoring: Surveillance or Safety?
This lesson builds critical thinking and ethical awareness in students as they navigate the complex issue of child monitoring apps and AI technology. By exploring real-world scenarios and ethical dilemmas, students gain a deeper understanding of the delicate balance between privacy and safety, consent and autonomy, and the impact on family relationships. This lesson equips […]
Virtual Therapy: Embodied AI in Mental Health Care
This lesson tackles a controversial emerging technology that could impact many vulnerable individuals. As artificial intelligence advances, chatbots, virtual avatars, and other AI agents are taking on roles similar to human counselors and therapists. On the surface this seems like it could expand access to support for people struggling with their mental health. However, these […]
Self-Driving Cars and the Trolley Problem
As technology continues to advance, so does our reliance on it as humans. In recent years, various companies such as Google’s Waymo, Cruise, Tesla, Uber, and Apple have been working on self-driving cars. A level four self-driving car is defined as one that controls each and every function; designating the role of humans as mere […]
AI in Medical Diagnostics: Trusting Machines with our Health
AI is rapidly filtering into real-world healthcare, yet its implications are not commonly considered. This lesson builds understanding on how AI is transforming medical practice, along with ethical dilemmas around its usage, through accessible cases and activities. Students analyze promises and perils of emerging tech on their own health, gaining critical faculties to evaluate AI […]
AI in Hiring Practices: Efficiency or Bias?
This lesson on the use of AI in hiring practices is crucial for students as it explores a real-world application of technology that is increasingly influencing the job market they will soon enter. By exploring AI’s role in screening applicants and making hiring decisions, students gain insight into how technology can both optimize processes and […]