Ethics in AI - Debate

Ethics in AI

By Adrian Mallia

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Name TWO AI tool they’ve used or heard of....

Sam Altman

In a 2023 interview, he stated that AI could pose challenges such as "disinformation problems or economic shocks at a level far beyond anything we're prepared for."

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Who is Sam Altman?

Sam Altman

One of his most notable writings is "Moore’s Law for Everything" (2021) and a more recent post in 2023 titled "Planning for AGI and Beyond", where he and other OpenAI leaders discuss the risks of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)—AI that could surpass human intelligence.

In that article, Altman acknowledges both the transformative potential and serious risks of AI, including:

• Job displacement

• Misinformation and manipulation

• Loss of human control over AI

• The need for governance and alignment with human values

Sam Altman

"the greatest threat to the continued existence of humanity"

Now watch this video...

Should the country accept a €500 million AI investment from Elon Musk?

The Debate question is this

Argues that funds should go to other sectors (education, healthcare, environment) or that AI has ethical risks.

Against AI

Argues that accepting the money will boost technological development, economic growth, and innovation.

Pro AI

Pro AI vs Against AI

Guide for debate

S1 - Opening statement.
S2 - Supporting argument
S3 - Counterarguments against the opposing team

​When Debate starts

Each team should list 3-5 strong arguments

10 minutes research

Kastilja

After the debate one student will deliver a presentation to convince the prime minister to go or not to go for the AI investment by Mr. Musk

Multiple Choice

What are the potential consequences of AI bias in healthcare?

• Potential consequences of AI bias in healthcare include unequal treatment, misdiagnosis, exacerbation of health disparities, reduced trust, and legal/ethical issues.

• Enhanced data privacy

• Increased healthcare costs

• Improved patient outcomes

Explanation Slide...

The student uses AI-generated images transparently and credits the tool, respecting academic integrity and avoiding deception.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A student uses AI to create an image for a school project and properly credits the AI tool in their presentation.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

Posting fake vacation photos without disclosing their AI origin misleads others, violating honesty and authenticity.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A social media influencer uses AI to generate a fake vacation photo and posts it without disclosing that the image was created using AI.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

The organization uses AI images to support a social cause and is transparent about their origin, which aligns with ethical communication standards.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A non-profit organization uses AI-generated images to raise awareness about climate change, clearly labeling the images as digitally created.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

Using an AI-generated headshot without disclosure may deceive employers, compromising trust in the hiring process.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A job applicant uses AI to generate a professional headshot for their resume but doesn't disclose it to potential employers.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

Creating an AI-generated celebrity endorsement without permission infringes on the celebrity's rights and is deceptive marketing.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A company uses AI to create a celebrity endorsement for its product without the celebrity's permission.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

The artist is upfront about using AI in their process, respecting transparency and intellectual honesty.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

An artist uses AI-generated images as part of their creative process and openly explains how the AI was used in their work.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

Using AI-generated images in a news story without disclosure risks spreading misinformation and undermines journalistic integrity.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A news outlet uses an AI-generated image to illustrate a breaking news story without disclosing that the image is not real.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

The small business acknowledges the AI origin of their advertising images, avoiding deception and maintaining consumer trust.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A small business uses AI-generated images for advertising and includes a disclaimer stating the images were AI-created.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

Claiming AI-generated work as one’s own in a competition is dishonest and violates the principles of fair play and integrity.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A student uses AI to generate images for a class art competition but does not disclose that the images were created using AI, claiming the work as entirely their own.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

The scientist clearly labels the images as speculative and AI-generated, ensuring transparency in their academic and professional communication.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A scientist uses AI-generated images to illustrate hypothetical future scenarios in a research presentation and clearly labels the images as speculative and computer-generated.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Explanation Slide...

The content creator is using AI-generated images without crediting them and is profiting from the images.

Multiple Choice

Is AI being used ethically?

A content creator makes a TikTok using AI-generated images that imagine what the children of two fictional characters would look like. No caption is included.

• Yes, AI is being used ethically in this scenario.

• No, AI is not being used ethically in this scenario.

Multiple Choice

What is "machine learning" ?

• A revolutionary fitness program where robots teach humans how to exercise more efficiently based on their heart rate and snack preferences.

• a computational method that is a subfield of artificial intelligence and that enables a computer to learn to perform tasks by analyzing a large dataset without being explicitly programmed

• • The process by which vending machines gradually become self-aware and start recommending snacks based on customers' past purchases.

• A secret government project where washing machines analyze your laundry habits to predict when you'll run out of socks.

Multiple Choice

What's the definition of "algorithm bias"

• Algorithmic bias occurs when an AI program randomly changes its decision-making process to avoid being too predictable

• Algorithmic bias is a feature of AI systems that ensures all decisions are made without any human-like preferences or errors, guaranteeing complete neutrality.

• Algorithmic bias is the intentional programming of AI to favor certain outcomes, usually for marketing or financial gain.

• Algorithmic bias describes systematic and repeatable errors in a computer system that create unfair outcomes, such as privileging one category over another in ways different from the intended function of the algorithm.

Multiple Choice

What's the definition of "patient privacy"?

• The ability of a patient to whisper their symptoms so quietly that even the doctor struggles to hear.

• A secret club where patients and doctors exchange medical riddles that only trained professionals can decode.

• Patient confidentiality is the practice of maintaining the privacy of patient-identifiable health care information.

• The practice of keeping a patient’s identity so hidden that even the hospital forgets they were ever there.

Multiple Choice

What's the definition of "automation"?

• the technique of making an apparatus, a process, or a system operate automatically

• A neurological condition in which individuals perform complex tasks, such as driving or typing, without conscious awareness, often mistaken for muscle memory.

• A philosophical theory stating that all human decisions are predetermined by subconscious algorithms, similar to artificial intelligence but within the human brain.

• An economic principle suggesting that businesses can only achieve long-term profitability by replacing 80% of their workforce with self-operating systems.

Multiple Choice

What's the definition of "accountability"?

• The ability to count the exact number of times someone has made a mistake before finally blaming them.

• An obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions.

• A secret government agency responsible for keeping track of all lost socks from laundry machines.

• The ancient art of balancing a book on one’s head while walking in a straight line, originally practiced by royal accountants.

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