This course, “AI by Kids,” introduces students aged 8-14 to the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. Through engaging lessons and activities, learners will discover what AI is, how it works, its presence in daily life, and its impact on society. The course empowers students to think critically about AI’s ethical implications, use AI tools creatively, and imagine how they can help shape a positive future with this powerful technology.
Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 24 Lessons
- 15 Weeks
- IntroductionThis section welcomes students to the world of AI, setting the stage for what they will learn and why it matters. It introduces the core idea that AI is all around us and encourages a curious, critical mindset.2
- What Is Artificial Intelligence?This section defines artificial intelligence, distinguishing it from regular code, and explores its presence in daily life. Students will learn about AI's diverse capabilities and how it learns from data.5
- How AI Really WorksThis section dives into the mechanics of AI, explaining how it learns through patterns, rules, and feedback. It also addresses common pitfalls like mistakes, biases, and edge cases, emphasizing the importance of good data and testing.5
- You, AI, and Other PeopleThis section focuses on the ethical and social dimensions of AI, examining issues of fairness, privacy, and responsible use. Students will explore how AI impacts real-world scenarios in schools, hospitals, and games, and learn to think critically about its societal implications.5
- Creating With AIThis section empowers students to use AI as a creative tool, guiding them from idea generation to project development. It covers effective communication with AI tools through prompting and highlights the iterative process of testing, fixing, and improving AI-powered creations.5
- The Future With AIThis section looks ahead, exploring how AI will shape future jobs, skills, and global problem-solving. Students will imagine and discuss how AI can be used to build better, more equitable worlds, emphasizing human leadership and ethical considerations.5
- ConclusionThis section summarizes the key learnings from the entire course, reinforcing the understanding of AI's nature, impact, and the role of human responsibility. It encourages students to continue their AI journey with a critical and constructive mindset.2
Instructor
This course is fantastic! My son actually gets AI now – not just the tech, but how it affects people. It's made them so much more thoughtful about the apps they use. Highly recommend!
This course is fantastic! My son actually gets AI now – not just the tech, but how it affects people. It's made them so much more thoughtful about the apps they use. Highly recommend!