What this lesson teaches
This activity helps students recognize AI applications in daily life, making technology relatable. By examining common gadgets, children connect abstract AI concepts to tangible examples they encounter every day.
Digital Literacy
Can you finish digital detective: uncover ai in our lives in about 30 min?
Digital Detective: Uncover AI in Our Lives
You will recognize AI applications in daily life, making technology relatable.
Duration30 min
Age GroupAges 13–14
DifficultyBeginner
SubjectDigital Literacy
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Utilizing embodied cognition, this activity engages students physically and mentally as they explore their environment. By identifying AI use, they visualize technology’s role, reinforcing their understanding through context and familiarity.
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1. Gather your family and explain the project. 2. Choose 5 digital devices from your home (like a smartphone, smart speaker, or TV). 3. For each device, identify how AI is used (such as voice recognition, recommendations, or automation). 4. Take notes on these functions and discuss with your family. 5. Create a colorful poster displaying your findings with drawings or images of the devices. 6. Present your poster to your family — what surprised you most?