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AI+IA for Sustainability


Description

This course equips educators to become international coaches for the "AI+IA for Sustainability" contest, covering rules, requirements, and coaching procedures within a 15-hour learning program. Participants will explore the powerful connection between artificial intelligence (AI), intelligence augmentation (IA), and sustainable practices. The program will equip them with coaching strategies, contest organization skills, and responsible AI deployment practices. Through collaborative learning and networking, educators develop proficiency in nurturing students' problem-solving skills for sustainability challenges. Upon completion, coaches are adept at guiding students towards innovative solutions, fostering a global community dedicated to leveraging technology for a more sustainable future.

Content
  • Section 1. Understanding the Intersection of AI, IA, and Sustainability
  • Welcome to “AI + IA for Sustainability” Contest
  • Introduction to AI, IA, and their relevance to sustainability
  • The Battle for the Future of Work- Can We Collaborate with Machines?
  • Exploration of sustainable development goals
  • What Will AI Do for Sustainability?
  • Case studies
  • AI Can Help Us Achieve Sustainable Development
  • Discussion
  • Section 2. Coaching Strategies and Best Practices
  • Introduction
  • Strategies for nurturing 21st century skills
  • Everyone Can Be Creative
  • Practical exercises
  • True or False Questions
  • Case studies
  • Section 3. Contest Organization and Management
  • Overview
  • Contest Format
  • Guidance
  • Judging criteria
  • Tips and Recommendations
  • Section 4. Ethical and Responsible AI
  • Ethical considerations
  • Discussion
  • Guidelines
  • Examples of AI Misconduct in the AI+IA Contest
  • Artificial Intelligence: examples of ethical dilemmas
  • The ethics of artificial intelligence
  • Section 5. Collaborative Learning, Networking, and Celebration
  • Collaborative learning
  • Networking
  • Celebratory events
  • Further exploration
  • 2022-2023 Green Schools Quest
  • SECTION 6. IDEAS FOR STUDENTS
  • From Waste to Harvest: Sustainable Materials for Global Challenges
  • Convergence Accelerator: FUTUR-IC
  • Green Building: The Neuva School
  • Innovation Challenges for K-12 Students - 2024
  • 8 Sustainability ideas that will change the world
  • Data: How AI Makes Buildings More Sustainable
  • Example: Green School Activities
  • Hydroponics
  • Water Quality Matter
  • From Hydroponics to School Stewardship
  • Phytoremediation: Plants and Heavy Metals
  • Example: Future City Competetion
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed