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AI: A World Full of Data

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Pennsylvania Convention Center, 115C

Explore and create: Exploratory Creation lab

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Presenters

Rodolfo Pinto

Teacher

https://www.madeira.gov.pt/dre
@ruddvandolph

I graduated in the city of Leiria (ESEL), with a degree in Basic Education Teacher of Physical Education. My professional school path began in 2002 in Madeira Island, Portugal, and since that moment I started working in schools as a ICT teacher and ICT coordinator. In 2013 I finished my Master's Degree in Education Sciences, Specialization in Educational Informatics, by the Portuguese Catholic University. Currently I am coordinator of Computer Science, of the primary schools in Madeira and responsible for the international partnership of the Hour of Code (Code.org project)

Session description

The rise of artificial intelligence shows why it's important that this topic be studied and understood by digital citizens — our students. With this session, fun and engaging unplugged activities will help to contextualize artificial intelligence and its components.

Purpose & objective

The development of activities and moments related to Computer Science, and in this specific case of Artificial Intelligence, is one of the new challenges for education professionals. Its integration in educational contexts can help students to understand the characteristics and essential points of Artificial Intelligence, that are fundamental for a better perception of the world.
The main objectives of this presentation are:
- Understand what is Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning;
- Development of unplugged activities;
- Enhance the integration of Artificial Intelligence in schools.

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Outline

For this presentation, participants need a pencil and an eraser, and 5 exercises will be developed, accompanying the presentation of the concepts of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
The exercises are individual, but can also be performed in groups of 2 to 3 elements. At the end of each exercise, suggestions from the participants can be heard or even at the end of the presentation.

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Supporting research

Computer Science in K-12: An A-To-Z Handbook on Teaching Programming, by Suchi Grover.

Tools and Weapons : The Promise and the Peril of the Digital Age, by Brad Smith and Carol Ann Browne

Ai Superpowers: China, Silicon Valley, and the New World Order,
by Kai-Fu Lee

The Master Algorithm - How The Quest For The Ultimate Learning Machine Will Remake Our World, by Pedro Domingos

The Age of AI: And Our Human Future Hardcover, by Henry A Kissinger, Eric Schmidt and Daniel Huttenlocher

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Session specifications

Topic:

Artificial Intelligence

Grade level:

3-5

Skill level:

Beginner

Audience:

Teachers, Technology coordinators/facilitators

Attendee devices:

Devices not needed

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

For this session, participants only need pencil and eraser.

Subject area:

Computer science, Not applicable

ISTE Standards:

For Educators:
Learner

Set professional learning goals to explore and apply pedagogical approaches made possible by technology and reflect on their effectiveness.

Leader

Advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content and learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all students.

Citizen

Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community.

Related exhibitors:

Code.org,

Computer Science Teachers Association,

AI Code Academy,

Girls Who Code,

KinderLab Robotics, Inc.,

LEGO Education,

Ozobot,

Sphero,

Teachers of Tomorrow