Lesson 2:
What is AI and How
Does it Work?
Course Content
Lesson Plan
This lesson provides an in-depth exploration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for high school students with no background in computer science (or computer programming).
It covers various aspects of AI, including its definition, history, differences from automation, myths, applications, and how it works. The lesson (with corresponding slides) includes interactive activities such as AI Charades, AI Timeline, and AI Duet, along with discussions and quizzes to engage students.
The lesson also highlights significant events in AI history, the concept of AI as a "black-box," and the types of AI, including machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI.
Presentation Slides
1. Describe artificial intelligence
2. Explain a brief history of AI and key events
3. Differentiate between Automation &
Artificial Intelligence
4. Debunking popular AI Myths
5. List various examples of AI in everyday life
6. Recognize and discuss the various
applications of AI
7. Explain the basic aspects of the working
of an AI system
8. Relate to the scope and the future of AI.
9. Explain why AI is considered a "black-box"