Ethical Considerations for an AI Powered World
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AI, Ethics, Artificial IntelligenceAbstract
Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the world’s most powerful and important technologies, and with that comes the responsibility of ensuring that it acts ethically so it can be used to better humanity. Ethical topics discussed in this article include: bias, job displacement, and artificial intelligence’s role in education. Each section explores the problem, and solutions presented by major technology companies and experts in the field. AI models are biased because of the data they use, the algorithms, and the natural human biases that become encoded. The dilemma of AI improving the efficiency of jobs, but in other cases replacing them, is an imminent concern for humanity. Lastly, AI is a controversial topic in education because of its debated impact on learning. Schools should consider the benefits of integrating technology into learning, but also consider ways to maintain academic integrity. Artificial intelligence has great potential to change the world, make incredible discoveries, and be an aid to humans, but we must consider the ethical questions raised by this new technology.
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