Lesson 4 - What is AI? - Algorithms and Predictions¶
At a glance
- Summary: In this lesson, students learn about what AI is, how it works, and how to identify it in the world around them.
- Duration: 90 min
- Robot use: building
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Lesson overview¶
Lesson Plan¶
- Lesson 3 Recap - 5 min
- What is AI – 10 min
- 2.1 Pattern recognition
- 2.2 A tool not a mind
- Is it AI – 25 min
- 3.1 Students sorting cards
- 3.2 Class discussion + clarification
- Building Blossom’s spine - 30 min (+ any catch up 10 min)
- Survey - 5 min
- Summary - 5 min
Learning objectives¶
After this lesson, students will be able to
- Define AI in their own words,
- Identify at least three examples of AI they encounter in everyday life
- Explain the difference between a programmed rule and AI-driven decision making
- Describe AI as pattern recognition rather than human-like thinking or understanding
- Distinguish between AI and non-AI technology in a real-world scenario
- Reflect critically on the role AI already plays in their daily life
Evidence of learning (success criteria)¶
- I can explain what AI is in my own words
- I can give at least three examples of AI I use or see every day
- I can explain the difference between a programmed rule and AI
- I can describe AI as finding patterns rather than actually thinking or understanding
- I can look at a piece of technology and decide whether it uses AI or not
- I can reflect on how much AI is already part of my daily life