The BCS is organising an AI Debate for Students on Tuesday 18th July between 2 and 3pm, it’s free to attend or to stream to your classrooms.

“Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making the headlines in a big way, and thus far the focus has been on the views of industry professionals and educational experts. It’s vital that we also gather the student voice on the opportunities and threats of AI and how it is used in education.

To begin this dialogue will be holding an online (Zoom) debate on

• Tuesday July 18th, 2-3pm.

Join us to hear facts and opinions both for and against the use of AI in education. Hear from both experts and student speakers, with the opportunity for your students ask questions and contribute views to the discussion. You can register for the event (which is free of charge) here – something different to engage students in during those last few days of term!

Understanding what young people think about AI is crucial since they will be most affected by AI’s advancements in the future. Their perspectives can shape the ethical, legal, and social implications of AI and their views can help ensure that AI of the future aligns with their needs and values.”

📢 Engage your students by joining our AI debate session + broadcast the debate to your class. Perspectives of young people matter as they will be affected by AI's advances in the future. shape ethical, legal + social implications of AI by sharing views.
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— Julia Adamson MBE (@adamsonjulia) June 22, 2023

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