The Month of AI
MRS DEBRA WILLIAMS, HEAD OF INNOVATION AND RESEARCH
We are pleased to announce an initiative focusing on AI awareness this term, titled ‘The Month of AI’. We are collaborating with Day of AI Australia. This not-for-profit company works with UNSW academics to create resources for Australian students and teachers to explore foundational elements of artificial intelligence.
To execute a streamlined, curriculum-integrated approach that minimises timetable disruption and prioritises small-group discussion, students in Years 7-10 will explore elements of AI with subject teachers. They will complete four lessons exploring how AI systems work, ethics and AI, generative AI and the media, and AI and learning. Year 11 students will explore similar material, with an additional focus on AI and its impact across industries. Optional sessions will be offered to Year 12 students during nominated Study periods. These will be communicated in due course.
To complement the lesson materials and encourage rich discussion across year levels, students will engage with activities during mentor group time. Students are also invited to attend a special lunch presentation on 27th May, exploring AI and the environment, facilitated by the College’s environmental group, the Green Wolves. Additional co-curricular activities will be advertised in the coming weeks.
We are also pleased to promote a free webinar designed for parents, carers, and educators that explores AI, chatbots, and young people’s online lives, and to support them in navigating our rapidly changing world. The webinar will be facilitated by the organisation Elephant Ed, which provides workshops for students on consent and respectful relationships.
AI & Respectful Relationships: Chatbots, Companions and Young People’s Digital Reality
DATE: Wednesday 20 May
TIME: 3:15pm – 4:00pm
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This practical session will explore emerging trends, key risks, and strategies to support young people online.
