Generation AI (12 Weeks) – Intermediate

Description

Objective:

By the end of the Generation AI lesson, students will be able to:

• Understand the concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its real-life applications.

• Apply responsible AI principles such as fairness, reliability, safety, privacy, and transparency.

• Use coding (in MakeCode blocks and Python) and computational thinking to create effective solutions.

• Develop algorithmic reasoning and problem-solving through hands-on coding puzzles.

• Reflect on the ethical, social, and career impacts of AI.

Topics Covered:

🧠 Core Concepts

• Artificial Intelligence (AI): Understanding what AI is and how it works.

• Responsible AI: Exploring six key principles:

  • Fairness

  • Reliability & Safety

  • Privacy & Security

  • Inclusiveness

  • Transparency

  • Accountability

🧩 Computer Science & Coding Skills

• Algorithmic Thinking

• Problem Decomposition

• Debugging and Fixing Code

• Testing Code

• Looping (using loops to simplify code)

• Block-based coding (MakeCode)

• Text-based coding (Python)

Outcome:

After completing the Generation AI experience, students will:

• Solve AI-based coding puzzles demonstrating principles of fairness, reliability, safety, inclusiveness, privacy, security, transparency, and accountability.

• Train a virtual AI using the knowledge gained through the activities.

• Create their own Minecraft world using AI-generated prompts.

• Reflect on responsible AI design and how AI may impact future careers, ethics, and society.

• Earn a certificate of completion from the Hour of Code 2023 event.