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What Is AI?

What is artificial intelligence and what are its potential benefits and drawbacks?

Grade

6–12

Time

15 mins.

Objectives

  • Define what artificial intelligence is.
  • Understand what makes generative AI unique.
  • Reflect on the benefits and drawbacks of generative AI.

Vocabulary

artificial intelligence (AI) . generative AI
artificial intelligence (AI) – a computer program or app that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence
generative AI – a type of AI that can create content, including text, images, and audio
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Information & Media Literacy Digital Citizenship & Literacy
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15 mins.
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