AI or NOT AI?

Originally published on January 27, 2025

Overview

This activity is designed to engage students in critical thinking about what constitutes artificial intelligence (AI). By sorting and categorizing everyday technologies, students will draw on their pre-existing knowledge to co-create a shared understanding of AI and its distinguishing features.

About AI

20 minutes

Created by Jessica Ann

Digital Materials

Other
Activity Instructions

Objectives

After this experience, participants will be able to:

Define AI in their own terms, based on group discussion and analysis
Differentiate between AI, non-AI, and borderline technologies
Reflect on how AI is integrated into everyday life

Questions explored

How would I define AI in my own words?
What key characteristics make something AI?
What are some examples of how AI impacts my daily life?

Key Terms

Artificial Intelligence

The ability of computers to imitate human-like thinking, learning, and problem-solving.

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