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Can AI help save indigenous languages?

Every two weeks an indigenous language disappears around the world according to the United Nations. This lesson explores how AI, using Natural Language Processing (NLP), can potentially save dying languages by documenting, translating, and making these languages more accessible for learning and communication. Students will also explore how AI bias and cultural concerns play an important role in language preservation and revitalization.

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“This lesson is the perfect blend of ELA, Social Studies and Technology.”
Renee Reich,Gifted Teacher, K-12 Instructional Coach, Jeannette City School District
“Easy lesson plan to read, organized information, engaging videos and pictures, student handouts, vocabulary, and interesting real world topics around AI.”
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“This resource challenges students to think critically about a real-world problem that may be unknown to them and ways to potentially solve it.”
Renee Reich,Gifted Teacher, K-12 Instructional Coach, Jeannette City School District