Unit Overview

Unit 1: Introduction to AI

Unit 1: Introduction to AI overview, goals, and key takeaways.

Unit 1: Introduction to AI

5 hours · 5 lessons

Unit Objectives

  • Define artificial intelligence in their own words.
  • Explain the difference between narrow AI and general AI.
  • Identify AI applications in their daily lives.
  • Describe key milestones in AI history.
  • Use interactive AI demos to explore AI capabilities.
  • Discuss what makes something “intelligent.”

Unit Overview

This foundational unit introduces students to the world of artificial intelligence. Through hands-on exploration, discussions, and real-world examples, students build a solid understanding of what AI is, what it can do, and where they encounter it every day.

Lessons in this Unit

  1. Lesson 1: What is Artificial Intelligence?
  2. Lesson 2: History of AI
  3. Lesson 3: Types of AI – Narrow vs. General
  4. Lesson 4: AI in Everyday Life
  5. Lesson 5: Hands-On AI Exploration and Demo Day