AI Trailblazers: Shaping AI’s Impact
By Innovators for Purpose
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.
Mon, January 22 2024 – Mon, April 29 2024
January 22 - April 29, 2024. Runs 4:30 - 6:30 PM.
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.
Registration required
- Sign-up is ongoing
Innovators for Purpose Registration Form.
Registration opens 10/1/23. Space is limited. Program fills up typically about a month before it begins. Registration form is self-explanatory.
Free!
Location
- In-person only.
449 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
- 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.
Wheelchair accessible.
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.
Last updated September 6, 2023.