Artificial Intelligence

This course introduces the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) through interactive activities and hands-on explorations. Students will learn about the fundamental concepts, applications, and ethical considerations of AI. From chatbots and virtual assistants to facial recognition and self-driving cars, they will discover how AI is transforming various industries and shaping our daily lives. Participants will have the opportunity to design and train their own simple AI models, fostering a deeper understanding of machine learning algorithms. Additionally, the course will explore the societal impacts of AI, encouraging critical thinking about the responsible development and use of this powerful technology.

Completion of this course requires regular access to a laptop or desktop computer with working microphone and webcam, as well as a reliable internet connection.

This Fixed-Paced course incorporates a blend of synchronous and asynchronous elements. Students and teacher meet live via zoom on a regular weekly schedule. In addition, students complete coursework including guided readings, interactive videos, text and video-based discussion threads, problem sets, individual and collaborative projects, and so on. While these activities are time-flexible, teachers sequence them with weekly deadlines to help students keep on track and encourage and support the development of productive time management skills.