Ethical Artificial Intelligence

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This course explores the ethical considerations and challenges associated with the development, deployment, impact and governance of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Students will critically examine the ethical implications of AI in various domains, including healthcare, finance, law education, scientific research, social media, robotics and autonomous systems, news, and more. The course will also address the societal and cultural implications of AI, such as bias, transparency, accountability, the potential impact on jobs and privacy, and control and governance of AI. Through case studies, discussions, and hands-on exercises, students will develop an understanding of the ethical implications of AI and explore strategies for ethical AI development and implementation. Course Learning Outcomes 1. Recognize the potential consequences of AI on society, individuals, and various domains including understanding biases, privacy and data protection concerns, and fairness issues. 2. Recognize issues with transparency and ethical considerations in providing explanations for AI decisions. 3. Develop critical thinking skills to assess AI systems ethically and clarify ethical dilemmas and analyze AI applications in different contexts. 4. Evaluate existing policies related to AI critically and explore how ethical and socially responsible and accountability principles that can guide decision-making in their professional lives. 5. Analyze emerging AI governance strategies, critically assessing their origins, applications, landmark case studies, and effectiveness for responsible AI management and regulation. View Class Schedule