What Is AI? For Ages 6β9
This course helps children ages 6β9 understand what AI is, how it works, and how to use tools like ChatGPT and Google Search safely and responsibly.
Curriculum
What the course covers
Chapter I
Foundations
Siri and Google Assistant: meet voice AI
This lesson introduces you to the concept of voice AI, such as Siri and Google Assistant. You'll learn how to ask them clear questions, verify the information you receive, and understand the boundaries of their capabilities and safe use.
9 minChatGPT voice mode: how AI thinks in words
In this lesson, you'll learn how to use ChatGPT's Voice Mode to play fun guessing games. You'll discover how AI 'thinks' based on words and why it's important to give clear hints so AI can guess the right answer.
9 minGoogle Search AI Overview: checking what AI finds
In this lesson, students will learn about the AI Overview feature in Google Search and how to verify information provided by AI using other trustworthy sources. They'll develop critical thinking skills and learn safe search practices.
6 min
Chapter II
Hands-on practice
Three-color card method: rating AI answers
In this lesson, students will learn to critically evaluate AI's answers using the three-color card method. They'll learn how to distinguish between safe ideas, ideas to do together with an adult, and unacceptable ideas, which will help them make thoughtful decisions both when interacting with AI and in everyday life.
3 minGetting step-by-step instructions from AI safely
In this lesson, kids will learn how to use artificial intelligence (AI) to get step-by-step instructions for simple tasks. We'll discuss the importance of safety, adult supervision, and effective communication with AI in order to get accurate and useful guidance.
3 minYouTube Kids recommendations: suggestion, not command
In this lesson, students will learn about the principles of AI recommendations using YouTube Kids as an example. They'll learn that AI's suggestions are just suggestions and not commands, and they'll develop critical thinking skills to evaluate content.
3 min
Chapter III
Your project
Fact-checking AI answers with two sources
In this lesson, students will learn how to verify information provided by artificial intelligence using at least two trustworthy sources. They'll learn about the importance of critical thinking and situations where an adult's help is necessary.
3 minTalking to AI: keeping personal information private
In this lesson, kids will learn what personal information is and why they shouldn't share it with artificial intelligence. We'll discuss safety rules, play interactive games, and learn what to do if personal details are accidentally revealed.
6 minMy AI safety rules poster: course wrap-up
In this lesson, we'll summarize all the important principles of safe interaction with AI. Kids will create their own 'AI Rules' poster, which will help them use AI smartly, responsibly, and together with adults.
3 min
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