INFSCI 0505 AI AND CRITICAL THINKING

This course introduces students from all backgrounds to essential AI concepts. No technical experience is required, and students from all backgrounds are encouraged to join this course. Students will explore how human cognition and AI differ, learning to distinguish tasks suited for each. Through discussions, case studies, and hands-on work with AI tools, students will examine AI's presence in different areas of society, such as education, government, media, and daily life. The course emphasizes aligning AI use with personal values and ethical considerations, preparing students to critically evaluate AI and communicate its possibilities and limitations to a general audience.

Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3