Lesson 4: AI, Big Data & Global Goals
Overview
AI doesn’t just shape individual experiences—it influences entire societies. From predicting disease outbreaks to supporting climate solutions, big data and AI are transforming how we address global challenges. By understanding how collective data contributes to these efforts, students can see themselves as part of a worldwide network of digital citizens who help (and sometimes unintentionally hinder) progress toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
After this lesson, students will be able to...
- Understand how AI and big data are used to tackle global issues like climate change, health, and equality.
- Explore how individual and collective data can contribute to both positive and negative global outcomes.
- Evaluate the ethical considerations of using big data and AI for global decision-making.
- Reflect on their potential role in using technology responsibly to support global good.