AI and Data Bias (Gr. 8-12)

Topics: Data, machine learning, ethics in AI

In this activity, participants learn how AI systems use data and how mistakes or bias can happen if the data is incomplete or unbalanced. They will look at examples of AI making decisions, notice errors or unfair patterns, and talk about why they matter. Through hands-on activities and discussions, they will explore ways to provide more complete and diverse data to help AI make fairer and more accurate choices, understanding how humans play an important role in shaping how AI behaves.

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AI and Data Bias

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Actua has partnered with MIT RAISE’s Day of AI program, a global initiative that supports K–12 learners in navigating an AI-powered world through engaging, relevant curriculum. Actua is drawing on Day of AI’s expertise and adapting their activities to share with educators in Canada.

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