Course Objectives
- Identify problems where AI techniques are applicable
- Understand the emerging ethical discussions surrounding AI
- Perform an AI prompt
Today’s AI and How We Got Here
Read two or more of these books to get an understanding of AI, the players, and the ethics surrounding this emerging technology.
AI in Fiction
Read one or more of these science fiction novels to consider AI “what if” scenarios.
Implications of AI
- Read how authors are responding to AI
- Watch the Crash Course video on AI and art
- Listen to the ologies podcast examining the ethics of AI
- Read about AI’s impact on the environment
- Read/watch news stories about local AI issues: the North Mankato data center project and Mankato’s AI Cameras.
Assignments
- Watch this MediaWise video to learn how reporters can detect AI content creation.
- Learn how to spot fake AI photos and then find a fake photo online.
- Take Grow with Google’s AI Training classes.
- Use generative AI (such as ChatGPT) to create an elevator pitch or a sample travel planner for you. Below are examples of what you could type into a prompt. Substitute your information for anything in brackets (you shouldn’t have any brackets when you are down).
- Act as a career advisor. I’m seeking a [Job Type] in [Industry]. I’m skilled in [Skill 1], [Skill 2], and [Skill 3] and have worked as a [Current Job Title] at [Current Employer] for the past [Time You Have Worked at Current Job]. Help me create a 30-second elevator pitch that is memorable and highlights my value.
- Plan a weekend trip in October to [Travel Location] and would need to fly from Minneapolis International Airport. I am interested in visiting [location], staying in [Hotel, Vrbo, RV Park, National Park], and love [Hobby or Activity]. I would not want to spend more than [$ Amount].
Extra Credit
- Create a free account at Fotor and create a realistic AI image.