AI and Ethics in GCSE computer science
CO427 Online course
Artificial intelligence, what is it? How does it work? What are the ethical considerations for GCSE students. How could you teach it to your students?
Skip to course bookingImmerse yourself into the ethical considerations of Artificial Intelligence, what does it mean for your students both for their examinations but also in everyday life. You may have been amazed at the power of generative AI but is it all good? What considerations should your students think about? We take you through a journey of the different levels of ethical considerations that apply to the world of AI.
Who is it for?
This course is aimed at teachers delivering GCSE computer science but would also help teachers in KS3 with ethical discussions on AI. It is useful for teachers who want to help share the key knowledge needed for GCSE examinations. We are seeing more and more examinations mentioning Artificial Intelligence.
Topics covered
There is one course, and this covers what is meant by AI? It discusses each of the ethical considerations that students could consider what approaching ethical question. It looks at how the exam board are approaching these topics.
How long is this course?
This course is approximately 90 minutes of self directed learning.
How will you learn?
This online, self-paced course can be completed flexibly. You can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date, and keep access for a year after booking.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the basics of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence(AI)
- Know what the main Social and Ethical issues raised by AI are
- Be able to discuss AI and ethics issues in the classroom
This course is part of the KS3 and GCSE Computer Science subject knowledge certificate
Key stage 3 and GCSE Computer Science certificate
Our certificate is designed to help you develop or refresh your computer science subject knowledge.
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Available from 01 September 2025.
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