Course Description
Human rights are closely linked to human values and intersect with all aspects of society. In these lessons on AI and Sociotechnical System Impact on Society and Human Values, you’ll learn how human rights may be impacted by AI and understand the intersection of civil rights and civil liberties with AI. You’ll learn about the principle of equal access to technology, services, and opportunities and how this broad principle will change as AI develops further.
The principle of equal access to technology, services, and opportunities is an ethical principle that transcends AI systems. Since AI is poised to make major changes to society, there is a risk that the benefits of this technology might systematically exclude certain individuals. This principle also considers the impact of AI tools on society at large, and the ways in which people can use AI systems in their everyday lives, not just in the workplace.
The democratization of AI is being felt in every part of AI system design and this accessibility has meant that many more AI tools have been made available. As such, more people have access to the tools to build and use AI systems. As perceived norms, legislation, and cultures change, AI will further develop, and we will interact with AI in different ways. By the end of these lessons, you’ll have a clear grasp of the impact of machine learning on society.
What You'll Learn
- Describe how the principle of equal access to technology, services, and opportunities intersects with AI
- Recognize the importance of the democratization of AI tools
- Understand the ways human rights may be impacted by AI
- Examine the intersection of civil rights and civil liberties with AI
- Explain the impact of machine learning on society
- Explore how AI may develop and how we will interact with it in the future
Key Takeaways
- Human rights are closely linked to human values and intersect with all aspects of society, including AI.
- Equal access to technology, services, and opportunities is an ethical principle that transcends AI systems.
- Because AI is poised to make major changes to society, there is a risk that its benefits might systematically exclude certain individuals.
- The democratization of AI has made many more AI tools available, giving more people access to build and use AI systems.
- As perceived norms, legislation, and cultures change, AI will further develop and we will interact with it in different ways.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in this course?
You'll learn how human rights may be impacted by AI, the intersection of civil rights and civil liberties with AI, the principle of equal access to technology, services, and opportunities, the democratization of AI, and the impact of machine learning on society.
What topics do the lessons cover?
The lessons cover the intersection of human rights and AI, equal access to technology, services, and opportunities, civil rights and civil liberties, machine learning in society, democratization of AI tools, and the future of AI.
What is the principle of equal access discussed in this course?
It is an ethical principle—the principle of equal access to technology, services, and opportunities—that transcends AI systems and considers the impact of AI tools on society at large and how people use AI in everyday life, not just in the workplace.
What skills does this course help develop?
It addresses applications of artificial intelligence, artificial intelligence systems, artificial intelligence, data ethics, human intelligence, and social accountability.
What will I understand by the end of these lessons?
By the end, you'll have a clear grasp of the impact of machine learning on society and understand the human rights impacts of AI.
