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How does bias in AI affect the Global South?

This lesson explores the impact of biased data on AI systems with a focus on the Global South. Students will learn how biased data leads to biased results since AI reflects the data it is trained on. In particular, students will focus on the impact of this on countries that are generally less industrialized and have lower income levels than developed nations in the Global North.

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Teacher Reviews for this resource: How does bias in AI affect the Global South?

“This is a strong AI literacy lesson that moves beyond "how AI works" and challenges students to think critically about fairness, representation, and global impacts.”
Courtney Barbiaux,Personalized Learning Coach, STEAM 5-8, Burrell School District
“Students are engaging in relevant, interactive discussion that are thought provoking.”
Amy Duschek,Tech Ed Teacher, Elizabeth Forward School District
“Very organized. Easy to follow teacher guide. Student hand outs.”
Amy Duschek,Tech Ed Teacher, Elizabeth Forward School District