Abstract
Artificial Intelligence (AI) poses significant risks to society generally and higher education specifically. However, it offers potential benefits in terms of students’ civic learning and democratic engagement. By equipping students with the skills to use AI for the common good and fostering their awareness of the potential dangers of AI, we can bolster democracy. In this article, we explore the status quo along with expectations and near-term predictions for AI. Next, we explore some of the most significant and common concerns related to AI. Finally, we draw upon a variety of resources, identify “best practices,” analyze the strengths and weaknesses of AI, and discuss class-tested teaching techniques to put forth an AI-based pedagogical approach that can maximizes AI’s positive potential while side-stepping areas of concern.
Recommended Citation
Zompetti, Joseph P.; Lippert, Lance R.; and Hunt, Stephen K.
(2024)
"Considering AI for the Classroom to Boost Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement,"
eJournal of Public Affairs: Vol. 12:
Iss.
1, Article 3.
Available at:
https://bearworks.missouristate.edu/ejopa/vol12/iss1/3
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