Introduction to AI
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain what artificial intelligence is and identify some common uses in the real world.
Key learning points
- AI allows machines to "think" and "act" in ways that seem intelligent, often by using data to improve over time.
- AI systems now power many everyday activities.
- Applications of AI systems include voice assistants, recommendation systems, chatbots and fraud detection systems.
Keywords
Intelligence - the ability to “learn” and adapt to new situations
Application - putting something to use, or a thing that is being used for a specific purpose
Common misconception
AI applications can think.
AI systems follow programmed rules or improve performance based on data, but they do not think or have emotions like humans.
Teacher tip
This lesson explores a number of real-world applications of AI systems. As an alternative, you could get small groups of pupils to investigate one particular application more closely and then share their findings with the wider class.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of these is an example of a chatbot application?
Q2.How do doctors use computers to help diagnose illnesses?
Q3.Which device helps you find your current location and directions?
Q4.Arrange the following steps for using GPS to get to a new place:
Q5.Why might a supermarket use self-checkout machines?
Q6.Match the professional to the technology they might use:
medical software
robot arm
self-checkout
GPS
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is artificial intelligence (AI)?
Q2.Which of these is most widely recognised as a direct application of AI technology designed for interactive communication?
Q3.Arrange these steps for a chatbot helping a customer:
Q4.Match the AI application to its use:
answers customer questions
spots unusual payments
responds to spoken commands
suggests films or products
Q5.Which statement best describes how AI systems operate?
Q6.Why do AI systems often improve over time?
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