Listen "AI and Consciousness: The Big Questions"
Episode Synopsis
In this thought-provoking episode of STEM to Stern, hosts Chauntée and Jake take on one of the biggest questions in STEM today: Can artificial intelligence ever match the human brain?From the differences between human and machine thinking to the wild world of uploading your brain into a robot (yes, really), we explore the potential – and the pitfalls – of AI becoming “conscious.” You’ll hear:Why parallel processing makes our brains powerfulHow AI learns from human inputWhat makes intelligence truly intelligentWhy ethics must lead the way in AI developmentIs AI the future of humanity – or just a really smart calculator?Drop your thoughts in the comments!If you enjoyed this episode, sign up here to receive updates when a new episode releases: https://resources.stemeducationworks.com/podcast-sign-up Check out these past blogs, webinars, and free resources!AI for Educators: Top Websites to Save Time and Enhance LearningChatGPT Hacks for Teachers: A Crash Course in AILeveraging Technology to Enhance Education feat. Dr. Liz LubeskiHow Can AI Help Teachers? – An Interview with ChatGPTExploring the World of AI with the Dobot Magician Lite | WebinarVisit our website to discover more STEM resources for your classroom!STEM to Stern Reflection TemplateSTEM to Stern Classroom Discussion QuestionsThe STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem-Solving— Grades K-5— Grades 6-8— Grade 9-12Grants and Classroom FundingFree Lessons and WorksheetsStay up-to-date with all things STEM Education Works by connecting with us on social media!LinkedInInstagramTikTokFacebookTwitter/XYouTubeSign up for our newsletter: https://stemeducationworks.com/newsletter-archive/
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