AI Trailblazers: Shaping AI’s Impact
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Students in grades 7-8 are introduced to the concept of AI through self-driving cars. They will learn about AI's benefits and flaws, as we explore the intersection of technology, ethics, & innovation.
Sign-up Information
Ages: 12 to 14.
Grades 7th grade and 8th grade.
Eligibility is based on grade level (7th-8th). Gender parity amongst the participants is a priority for selection.
Wheelchair accessible.
Registration required
- Sign-up is ongoing
Registration opens October 1. Space is limited. Program fills up typically about a month before it begins. Registration form is self-explanatory.
Cost
This Program is free!
Localização
- In-person only.
449 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02138
Estados Unidos
Mid Cambridge
- Transportation from school provided for some eligible students; check with your child's school.
Students and/or parents can arrange transportation from CPS Upper Schools to CRLS on an after-school bus. Must check with their school Clerk/front office to make arrangements.
Dates and Times
This program runs during the school year.
Monday.
January 22 - April 29, 2024. Runs 4:30 - 6:30 PM.
Additional information
Step into the world of artificial intelligence through the fascinating lens of self-driving cars. Over 13 exciting weeks, you will build your own self-driving car, while exploring topics like ethics, justice, and fairness, that shape AI's impact on society. Imagine a self-driving car at a busy intersection. How does the car respond? In this program, you'll grapple with questions of safety, values, and priorities, discovering how coding choices can ripple through society, either promoting fairness or inadvertently reinforcing biases. Get ready to join a diverse community of young minds, regardless of your background, interests, or gender, as we embark on a journey to become AI Trailblazers and explore the intersection of technology, ethics, and innovation together. Skills Learned: AI fundamentals, coding, ethical considerations in AI, hands-on building.
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Last updated Outubro 15, 2024.
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