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AI & Emerging Economies

94-894

Units: 12

Description

The unique course design offers students the opportunity to work in global project teams with
CMU students from around the world, esp. Africa to gain a better understanding of different
perspectives and approaches towards AI. AI and contemporary tools like ChatGPT, experiential
learning, data, and a diverse set of case studies will help inculcate critical and creative thinking
as well as novel problem-solving approaches. You will work on practical projects that apply your
newfound knowledge to real-world scenarios. By the end of the course, you will have a deep
understanding of the opportunities and challenges of AI in emerging economies, as well as the
skills and experience necessary to work effectively in global teams. The course is multi-
disciplinary and germane to budding technologists, entrepreneurs, and policy influencers. This is an opportunity not to be missed!

 

Learning Outcomes

This course will enable experiential learning and global engagement. At the end of the course, students will be able to appreciate many “why” aspects of AI and Data; as well as

  • Analyze AI’s unique impact on developing countries: Students should be able to evaluate the potential impact of AI on emerging economies, including its role in job creation, economic growth, and social development.
  • Evaluate the ethical considerations of AI in emerging economies: Students should be able to assess the ethical implications of AI in emerging economies, including issues related to privacy, bias, and transparency.
  • Identify an interesting problem, develop an AI solution: Students should be able to form a global team, design and implement a simple AI-based solution to address a challenge faced by emerging economies, such as access to healthcare, education, and financial services.
  • Communicate the benefits and risks of AI to stakeholders: Students should be able to effectively communicate the benefits and risks of AI to a variety of stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, and community members, and to advocate for responsible AI practices in emerging economies.

 

 

Prerequisites Description

Enthusiasm for learning, critical thinking as well as to work on projects in global teams.