Engineering & Society Debate Club (Junior, Ages 10-11)
This ongoing class will allow students to be exposed to and discuss new and emerging ideas in engineering ethics (related to artificial intelligence, environmental sustainability and diversity).
Afifa Saleem
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(40)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
In the class, students will explore topics on artificial intelligence, environmental sustainability and diversity in the workplace. Each week, we will select a topic - for example, should robots replace nurses. I will provide an overview of the concerns on the pro and con sides. Then, students will get time to prepare their own thoughts and discuss their ideas and perspectives in the class. Discussions will be in a variety of formats (such as debates, role-playing, case studies, etc). In this course, students will get to experience common dilemmas and ethical issues faced on the individual, organizational and governmental level in the realm of engineering and society. This class not only exposes students to current events in a safe space, but allows students to develop ethical perspectives on real issues. Students also practice communication skills, debate skills, independent thinking, group work and most importantly, critical thinking. Week of July 25: Should recreational drones be flown in cities? Week of Aug 1: Should robots replace nurses? Week of Aug 8: Should taxis be eliminated by self-driving cars? Week of Aug 15: Should school become completely virtual? Week of Aug 22: Should genetically modified foods be labelled? Week of Aug 29: Should animals be used for research? Week of Sept 5: Is it important to explore space? Week of Sept 12: Should paper be eliminated in schools? Week of Sept 19: Does social media improve human connection?
Learning Goals
Students learn about current events related to engineering & society.
Students learn common ethical theories in a simplified way.
Students learn how to agree/disagree in a healthy, professional manner.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Dear parents/guardians,
In this course, students will learn about some of modern science's greatest ethical dilemmas. As a facilitator, I will encourage students to evaluate multiple viewpoints and adopt a viewpoint for the purpose of practicing their debating skills and using fact-based arguments. Students will not be asked to share, comment on or promote personal opinions regarding the topic in discussion.
I will mention this at the beginning of each class. I would encourage you to do the same with your child.
Best regards,
Afifa
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
5.0
40reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been a Teaching Assistant for a 2nd year Undergraduate course call "Engineering & Society," in which we cover similar topics in a seminar-style format. I have 2 years of experience in this role, and am equipped to teach similar content to younger students in a way that is engaging and insightful.Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-11
4-10 learners per class
