AI and digital inclusion
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can identify the benefits and risks of AI tools in supporting accessibility.
Key learning points
- Artificial intelligence (AI) tools can improve accessibility (e.g. translation, predictive text).
- AI systems learn patterns from data to make predictions.
- AI can reduce barriers, but it can also reinforce inequalities if not carefully designed.
- Access to AI tools can widen inequality.
Keywords
AI tool - a software application or system that uses artificial intelligence techniques to perform tasks
Bias - when something is unfair towards or against something or someone
Common misconception
AI accessibility tools are only useful for people with additional needs.
AI tools aren’t just useful for people with additional needs; they can benefit everyone. For example, AI tools can be used to assist content creators with checking that products meet accessibility standards.
Teacher tip
It may be worth asking students if they recognise any of the accessibility tools covered in the lesson; this would help prevent misconceptions.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of the following is the best definition of the digital divide?
Q2.Why does digital inclusion matter?
Q3.Inclusive design aims to remove from the start, rather than adapting things later.
Q4.High-contrast colours are pairs from sides of the colour wheel that maximise readability and accessibility.
Q5.Which option best explains how inclusive design reduces barriers?
Q6. show spoken words as text in videos and animations.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does digital accessibility mean?
Q2.What is an AI tool?
Q3.AI systems identify patterns in ...
Q4.How do AI systems make predictions?
Q5.Match each AI tool to the need it supports.
visual impairment
physical impairment
hearing impairment
Q6.What is algorithmic bias?
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