Week 12: Student Projects & Synthesis
Week 12: Student Projects & Synthesis#
Focus: Student-led explorations and integration of course concepts
📚 Project Resources#
Research & Writing Support#
- How to find credible sources on AI and society topics
- Fact-checking and verification strategies for AI claims
- Structure for policy briefs and research reports
- Citation guidelines (Chicago Manual of Style, APA, MLA)
Presentation Skills#
- Presenting technical information to non-technical audiences
- Visual design principles for slides
- Crafting compelling arguments with evidence
- Handling questions and disagreements respectfully
Topic Ideas#
Students may choose from:
- Deep dives into specific AI applications
- Policy analysis and recommendations
- Comparative studies (AI governance across countries)
- Impact assessment studies (AI in a specific industry/community)
- Speculative futures and transition strategies
- Your own topic with instructor approval
💭 Synthesis Questions#
Reflect on:
- Key Insights: What are the most important lessons you’ve learned?
- Tensions: What tradeoffs or contradictions did you encounter?
- Personal Stance: What is your informed perspective on AI and society?
- Action: What would you like to see change? How could you contribute?
📝 Final Project Preparation#
- Choose or propose your project topic by Week 11
- Review Final Project Assignment for format and rubric
- Outline main argument or research question
- Identify key sources and evidence
- Create timeline for research and writing/creation
🔗 Related Assessment#
See Final Project Assignment for submission format, rubric, and presentation guidelines.
Instructor Support:
- Schedule office hours to discuss your project
- Attend project workshop sessions (optional)
- Submit draft/outline for feedback (optional but recommended)