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AI and Morality

A lesson exploring how AI is used, can be used, and should be used in moral decision making.
Learners will:
– Consider if AI can be trusted to make moral decisions.
– Consider if AI can be used to promote a more just and compassionate society
– Analyse the benefits and drawbacks of using AI as a source of moral guidance.

Developed by Ewen Glen.

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Lesson plan – AI and Morality
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Curriculum Level:
Early (Pre 5 & P1)First (P2-P4)Second (P5-P7)Third (S1-S3)Senior Phase (S4-S6)For teachers
Curriculum Area:
AI LiteracyChild Rights and EthicsCritical ThinkingCross-curricularExpressive ArtsHealth and WellbeingLanguagesMathematicsReligious and moral educationResponsible Use to Support LearningSciencesSocial StudiesTechnologies
Topics and Themes
Activity, Diet, Rest and SleepBiodiversity and InterdependenceBlended or Home LearningComputer ScienceData AnalysisData visualisationDevices & SoftwareDigital LiteracyFinding & Using InformationHow-TosPast Events and SocietiesPeople in society, economy and businessProcessing and Managing Information Responsibly