Machine Ethics and Emerging Technologies

Overview

Explore ethical challenges of emerging tech:

autonomous vehicles, AI in healthcare, and combat drones. Discuss societal impacts and the need for proactive consideration of these issues.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Machine Ethics
Definition of Machine Ethics
Historical context and evolution
Importance in modern technology
• Autonomous Vehicles
Ethical dilemmas in decision-making
Safety and liability issues
Regulatory and policy considerations
Societal impacts and public perception
• AI in Healthcare
Patient privacy and data security
Bias and fairness in medical AI
Ethical use of AI in diagnostics and treatment
Impact on healthcare professionals and patient-doctor relationships
• Combat Drones and Military Applications
Ethical implications of autonomous weapons
Distinction between human judgment and machine decision
Legal frameworks and international law considerations
Impact on warfare and global security
• Societal Impacts of Emerging Technologies
Economic displacement and job creation
Technological advancement and inequality
Influence on social behavior and human interaction
Long-term global societal shifts
• Proactive Ethical Consideration
Importance of early ethical assessment in technological development
Frameworks for ethical AI design and deployment
Role of multidisciplinary teams in ethical tech development
• Case Studies and Real-World Applications
Examination of recent incidents involving each technology
Analysis of decision-making processes and outcomes
Discussion on lessons learned and future implications
• Conclusion and Future Outlook
Summary of key ethical challenges
The evolving role of ethics in technology development
Future trends and potential new dilemmas in Machine Ethics
• Final Project and Presentations
Development of a comprehensive ethical analysis of a chosen emerging technology
Presentation and class discussion of findings and recommendations

Subjects

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