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IIIT-B Students Explore AI Ethics in Paris
Fifteen students from IIIT-Bangalore went to Paris for two weeks to learn about AI ethics.
They attended special classes at Aivancity School, visited UNESCO, and worked on a project to predict house prices.
They also met experts and learned about the importance of using AI responsibly.
The trip helped them understand that AI should not only be advanced technologically but also used ethically for the benefit of society.
15 IIIT-B students participated in a two-week AI ethics immersion programme in Paris.
The programme focused on ethics, governance, and responsible innovation in AI.
Students attended classes at Aivancity School and visited UNESCO Headquarters.
They worked on a House Price Prediction project, integrating technical and entrepreneurial skills.
The initiative aims to strengthen academic collaboration between India and France.
- Who
- 15 first-year B.Tech students from IIIT-B's AI&DS programme
- What
- A two-week international learning immersion in Paris focusing on AI ethics and innovation
- Where
- Paris, France
- When
- Recently (specific dates not mentioned)
- Why
- To explore the importance of ethics, governance, and responsible innovation in AI
Technological Advancement Focus
Ethical and Responsible AI Development
Primary Focus of AI Education
Technological Advancement Focus
Some argue that AI education should primarily focus on technological advancement and innovation.
Ethical and Responsible AI Development
Others emphasize the importance of integrating ethical considerations and responsible innovation in AI education.
Key facts
- Institution
- International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B)
- Programme
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AI&DS)
- Location
- Paris, France
- Duration
- Two weeks
- Organizers
- Région Île-de-France, Choose Paris Region, Aivancity School of AI & Data for Business & Society, IIIT-Bangalore
- Key Visit
- UNESCO Headquarters
- Project
- House Price Prediction
- Participants
- 15 first-year B.Tech students
Quotes
Dr. Sushree S. Behera
Assistant Professor, IIIT‑Bangalore
“"Artificial Intelligence is transforming every sector of society, and it is essential that future technologists understand not only how to build AI systems but also how to deploy them responsibly. Programmes such as the Aivancity immersion expose our students to global perspectives on ethics, governance, innovation and entrepreneurship. Their interactions with institutions such as UNESCO, industry experts and international faculty help develop globally aware professionals who can create 42? I? _”
thehansindia.com
“"The visit provided a unique opportunity for students to engage with global experts and understand that the future of Artificial Intelligence lies not only in technological advancement but also in cultivating ethical, responsible and globally aware practitioners."”
thehansindia.com
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