Atlantic International University Launches New Course on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
This course delves into the profound ethical challenges associated with AI and ML technologies and aims to equip students with the knowledge needed to navigate these complexities in both professional and personal contexts.
Course Overview
As AI and ML technologies continue to reshape industries and impact our daily lives, it becomes imperative to address the ethical considerations they entail. This course explores how bias in AI and ML systems can affect decision-making processes across various fields, investigates measures for ensuring ethical use, and examines how these technologies might shape the future of technology and society.
Key Topics Covered:
- Bias and Discrimination: Understanding how biases in AI systems can lead to unfair outcomes and perpetuate existing social inequalities.
- Privacy and Surveillance: Examining the implications of AI technologies on personal privacy and the risks of mass surveillance.
- Transparency and Accountability: Discussing the importance of transparency in AI systems and the challenges of ensuring accountable decision-making processes.
- Autonomous Weapons: Evaluating the ethical concerns surrounding AI-driven autonomous weapons and the call for international regulations.
Join the Conversation
AIU invites students, faculty, and the broader community to engage in this crucial conversation about the ethics of AI and ML. By participating in this course, individuals can gain a deeper understanding of the ethical challenges posed by these technologies and contribute to their responsible development and application. Please login to your student section so that you can access the following resources in the AIU Additional Resources Library.
Assignment
Write an essay or research project of 4 to 7 pages (double-spaced). Alternatively, if the topic is something you can put into practice, a video or PowerPoint presentation can be submitted instead.
Note on Academic Freedom: If this course is interesting or relevant to you, you can submit an assignment to earn credits. Take advantage of the Academic Freedom you have at AIU to pursue your passions and become the solution to problems in our world. Your Learning Journey at AIU is as unique as you are.
