Algorithmic Awareness: Conversations with Young Canadians about Artificial Intelligence and Privacy

This blog was written by Samantha McAleese and three youth participants – Sahil, Erin, and Kate (pseudonyms used to maintain anonymity).

Reflections on Conducting Qualitative Research During a Pandemic

What comes to mind when you hear the word algorithm? Can you explain how machine learning works? Do you have any privacy or data collection concerns regarding the increased reliance on artificial intelligence? These are just a few of the questions that we asked young people in our recent qualitative research project Algorithmic Awareness: Conversations with Young Canadians about Artificial Intelligence and Privacy. From November 2020 to January 2021, we facilitated eight focus groups with 22 youth ages 13 to 17, where we combined game-based learning with discussion and reflection to gain insight into how young Canadians understand the relationship between artificial intelligence, algorithms, and privacy.

Outcome Chart - Prince Edward Island - Health Education Grade 1

This outcome chart contains media-related learning outcomes from the Prince Edward Island Grade 1 Health Education curriculum with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.

Outcome Chart - Prince Edward Island - Health Education Grade 2

This outcome chart contains media-related learning outcomes from the Prince Edward Island Grade 2 Health Education with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.

Outcome Chart - Nova Scotia - Health Education Grade 3

Outcome Chart - Nova Scotia - Health Education Grade 3

Outcome Chart - Newfoundland and Labrador - Experiencing Music 2200

Outcome Chart - Newfoundland and Labrador - Experiencing Music 2200

Outcome Chart - British Columbia - Applied Design, Skills and Technologies 4-5

This outcome chart contains media-related learning outcomes from the BC Applied Design, Skills and Technologies 4-5 curriculum, with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.

Outcome Chart - British Columbia - Drama 10

Curricular Competencies

Explore and create

• Explore and create dramatic works to express ideas and emotions
• Explore dramatic works through presentation or performance
• Develop a repertoire of dramatic skills and techniques through presentation or performance
• Develop performance skills in a variety of contexts
• Intentionally select and combine drama conventions
• Experiment with a range of props, processes, and technologies
• Create dramatic works with an intended audience in mind
• Impro

Outcome Chart - British Columbia - Theatre Production 10

Curricular Competencies

Explore and create

• Explore and create theatre productions using imagination, observation, and inquiry
• Intentionally select and combine production elements with an intended audience or effect in mind
• Explore the utility of a range of props, processes, and technologies
• Explore the variety of roles that support a production team
• Demonstrate innovation in production design

Reason and reflect

• Plan and refine theatre productions
• Rec

Music 2206

Understanding and Connecting Contexts of Time, Place, and Community

Overall Expectations:

GCO 3: Students will be expected to demonstrate critical awareness of and value for the role of the arts in creating and reflecting culture.

Specific Expectations:

Science 10-12

Appreciation of Science

Overall Expectations:

437 appreciate that the applications of science and technology can raise ethical dilemma

Specific Expectations: