Required readings on AI and machine learning fundamentals
📖 Weekly Reading Materials
This section contains reading materials for each week of the course. Each week includes:
- Required readings — Essential materials to complete before class
- Discussion prompts — Questions to guide your reading
- Supplementary resources — Optional deeper dives into topics
📚 Reading Schedule
| Week | Topic | Readings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fundamentals of AI | Week 1 Readings |
| 2 | AI Systems & Data | Week 2 Readings |
| 3 | Ethics & Bias | Week 3 Readings |
| 4 | Policy & Governance | Week 4 Readings |
| 5 | Employment & Economics | Week 5 Readings |
| 6 | AI in Society | Week 6 Readings |
| 7 | Midterm Review | Week 7 Readings |
| 8 | Case Studies | Week 8 Readings |
| 9 | Emerging Issues | Week 9 Readings |
| 10 | Autonomous Systems | Week 10 Readings |
| 11 | Futures & Regulation | Week 11 Readings |
| 12 | Student Projects | Week 12 Readings |
💡 How to Use These Materials
- Before class: Review required readings and take notes
- During discussion: Use discussion prompts to guide conversations
- After class: Explore supplementary resources for deeper understanding
📌 Note: All readings are selected for accessibility and diverse perspectives. Contact your instructor if you need alternative formats.
Week 2: AI Systems & Data
Required readings on how AI systems work and the role of data
Week 3: Ethics & Bias
Required readings on algorithmic bias, fairness, and AI ethics
Week 4: Policy & Governance
Required readings on AI regulation and policy approaches
Week 5: Employment & Economics
Required readings on AI’s impact on employment and economic systems
Week 6: AI in Society
Required readings on AI applications across different domains
Week 7: Midterm Review & Synthesis
Review materials for midterm assessment
Week 8: Case Studies
Deep dives into real-world AI applications and their societal impacts
Week 9: Emerging Issues
Required readings on privacy, surveillance, and generative AI
Week 10: Autonomous Systems
Required readings on self-driving cars, robotics, and accountability