AI Ethics, Law, and Policy

Overview

Embark on a journey to demystify the complexities surrounding AI with a three-week course on AI Ethics, Law, and Policy, brought to you by FutureLearn. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integral to our daily lives, influencing individual, business, and government decisions, understanding its legal, ethical, and policy aspects has never been more critical.

This comprehensive course delves into the legal frameworks, ethical considerations, and policy implications of AI technologies, including robots, algorithms, and human-machine interfaces.

Participants will start by examining the distinctions between AI and human capabilities, exploring existing legislation, and uncovering new policy initiatives aimed at governing AI's expanding role.

Highlighting practical applications, the course offers an in-depth look at automated vehicles and driving systems, discussing their impact, ethical dilemmas, and the recent regulatory measures adopted to address these challenges. Furthermore, it tackles the pressing issue of algorithmic bias, particularly within the criminal justice system, shedding light on how computational errors can lead to unjust outcomes and the significance of algorithms in decision-making processes.

Led by the experts at National Tsing Hua University, students will benefit from unparalleled insights into the promises and pitfalls of AI technology.

The course aims to equip law, engineering, and social science students, alongside anyone interested in the legal, ethical, and policy dimensions of AI, with the foundational knowledge needed to navigate the complex landscape of AI ethics, law, and policy.

By the culmination of this course, participants will be well-versed in the global challenges and opportunities AI presents, ready to delve deeper into the legal, ethical, and policy frameworks that shape the future of AI.

With a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, and Law, this course is a crucial addition to the academic journey of those aiming to lead in an AI-driven world. Join us on FutureLearn for an enlightening expedition into the world of AI Ethics, Law, and Policy.

Taught by

Ching-Fu Lin

Subjects

taiwan