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Course Plan: Using AI Ethically to Enhance Learning

Course Introduction

In today’s digital age, Artificial Intelligence (AI) plays a significant role in enhancing our educational experiences. This Year 9 course, "Using AI Ethically to Enhance Learning," is designed to help students understand AI’s potential in education, explore ethical considerations, and develop practical strategies for using AI responsibly. Throughout this course, students will gain insight into how to leverage AI to support, rather than replace, their learning efforts. By the end of the course, students will have acquired the tools and skills necessary to navigate AI applications in their academic pursuits ethically.

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Course Goals and Aims

• Goal: Empower students to use AI tools ethically in their learning processes, fostering critical thinking and responsible technology usage.

• Aims:

  • Understand the basic concepts of AI and its capabilities.
  • Recognize the ethical implications of using AI in educational settings.
  • Develop skills to use AI tools to enhance research, writing, and studying.
  • Foster a mindset of continuous learning and critical evaluation of AI-generated content.

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Course Modules and Lessons

Module 1: Understanding AI

Lesson 1: What is AI?

• Objective: Define AI and understand its basic functions.
• Activities: Group discussion on technology students encounter daily.

Lesson 2: The Evolution of AI in Education

• Objective: Explore the history and development of AI in educational contexts.
• Activities: Timeline creation of significant AI milestones.

Lesson 3: Types of AI Tools

• Objective: Identify various AI tools available for educational use.
• Activities: Research project on popular AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Google AI).

Module 2: Ethical Considerations

Lesson 4: The Importance of Ethics in AI Use

• Objective: Discuss why ethics matter in AI applications.
• Activities: Case study analysis of ethical dilemmas in AI usage.

Lesson 5: Analyzing Bias in AI

• Objective: Recognize biases inherent in AI and their implications.
• Activities: Group activity analyzing news articles about AI bias.

Lesson 6: Privacy and Data Use

• Objective: Understand data collection, privacy issues, and user consent.
• Activities: Create a brochure on safe online behavior.

Module 3: Harnessing AI for Learning

Lesson 7: Using AI for Research

• Objective: Learn strategies to effectively use AI for gathering information.
• Activities: AI-assisted research project.

Lesson 8: AI Tools for Writing Assistance

• Objective: Explore how AI can aid in writing essays and assignments.
• Activities: Practice rewriting and improving sentences with AI assistance.

Lesson 9: AI in Study Habits

• Objective: Develop effective study strategies using AI tools.
• Activities: Workshop on using AI-based study planners and flashcard apps.

Module 4: Practical Integration of AI

Lesson 10: Setting Up AI Tools for Learning

• Objective: Guide students in setting up and customizing AI tools for personal use.
• Activities: Hands-on setup session with selected AI applications.

Lesson 11: Collaborating with AI

• Objective: Understanding how to partner with AI in group projects.
• Activities: Group project utilizing AI for coordination and task division.

Lesson 12: Evaluating AI-Generated Content

• Objective: Learn methods to critically assess AI-generated information.
• Activities: Interactive quiz evaluating the accuracy of AI outputs.

Module 5: Creating an Ethical Framework

Lesson 13: Developing Personal Guidelines for AI Use

• Objective: Formulate individual ethical guidelines for personal AI usage.
• Activities: Creation of a personal manifesto for responsible AI usage.

Lesson 14: Presenting an AI Project

• Objective: Synthesize knowledge and demonstrate learning through presentation.
• Activities: Presentation of group projects utilizing AI effectively and ethically.

Lesson 15: Reflecting on AI’s Role in Learning

• Objective: Reflect on the journey and articulate a personal vision for AI in education.
• Activities: Reflective essay on the impact of AI on personal learning.

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Course References

1. Brynjolfsson, E., & McAfee, A. (2014). The Second Machine Age: Work, Progress, and Prosperity in a Time of Brilliant Technologies. W. W. Norton & Company.
2. Russell, S. J., & Norvig, P. (2020). Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach. Pearson.
3. O'Neil, C. (2016). Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy. Crown Publishing Group.
4. Turkle, S. (2011). Alone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other. Basic Books.
5. “Ethics Guidelines for Trustworthy AI.” European Commission. (2019). Retrieved from European Commission Website.

This structured approach ensures that students from Grade 9 are provided a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic capabilities and ethical considerations surrounding AI in their educational journeys.