Artificial intelligence is increasingly embedded in everyday decision-making, yet its use raises important ethical, social, and safety considerations. AI Ethics Essentials is a foundational course designed to help participants understand, evaluate, and responsibly use AI systems across diverse global contexts. This course focuses on ethical judgment and user responsibility, not technical development. Participants are guided through practical frameworks that support informed, accountable interaction with AI tools in real-world scenarios.
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Syllabus
- Understand why AI ethics matters and how everyday AI use can cause real-world impact
- Explore the six core principles of Microsoft's Responsible AI framework
- Recognize common AI risks, errors, and unsafe behaviors
- Apply structured impact assessment methods to identify potential harm
- Practice trust-centered Human-AI interaction rules to maintain transparency and control