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We rely on technology to keep us connected, but we've also seen how biased algorithms can divide us on the basis of race or gender. We rely on our technology to keep us informed, but we've also seen how easy it is to spread misinformation. We rely on our technology to stay productive, but we've left behind those who don't have access to the internet.

How CS and technology are used and applied in the real world is a crucial part of learning computer science. We can help students understand some of the challenges that people around the world face and inspire them to think deeply about the role computer science can play in creating a more equitable and sustainable world.

Discussing #CSforGood with your students

Here are some themes and questions to spark discussion in your classroom about the role of computer science in creating positive social change. Download this discussion guide as a PDF.

We learn CS to detect problems

Building a society we want to live in begins with understanding the problems we need to address. We can use technology to detect and even predict problems.

Have students read this story about how smartphones are being used to detect earthquakes and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What technology does the article discuss?

What problem is Google trying to solve? Why is this important?

What are other ways that computer science or technology can help detect problems?

We learn CS to find creative solutions

Learning computer science gives us a foundation to find solutions. It is our creativity then that enables us in every industry and aspect of life to design solutions built upon that foundation.

Have students read this story about how urban planners are using AI in Minecraft to design better cities, and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What technology does the article discuss?

What challenge or challenges are participants trying to address?

Think of the technology that you use on a daily basis. What does it help you do? What problems or challenges does it help you solve?

Can you think of a time you used technology in a way it wasn't necessarily intended, in order to solve a problem?

We learn CS to connect with each other

From video chats and classes to apps that allow us to sing together remotely, people have built technical innovations that have kept us connected with some semblance of community through a global pandemic. And, we will continue to find ways to humanize technology to unite us.

Have students watch this video ( link to original video at CBS News) of students from Chino Valley Unified School District singing an a capella version of "Over the Rainbow" via video conference after covid-19 canceled their annual Choral Festival. Then have them work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below.
Questions for discussion:

Name as many of the technologies as you can that enabled these students to sing together despite stay-at-home orders due to covid.

Do you use any of these technologies? How frequently--weekly? daily?

Have you used technology lately to make art? Record music? Write poetry? Play games with friends? Talk to family members? If you did not have access to these technologies, what would you do?

Should everyone have access to these technologies? Why or why not?

We learn CS to ensure equity and inclusion

The people creating technology should look like the people using it. Everyone must have the opportunity to learn computer science to have a part in building a future where all of our voices are heard.

Have students read this story about a new tool that helps root out potential biases in image sets that are used to train artificial intelligence (AI), and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What does this tool do and what problem is it trying to solve?

What do you think 'open-source' means? Why would the researchers make their tool open-source?

What are some of the examples mentioned in the article of biases in image sets? Can you think of any others?

Why is it important to be able to identify these biases? How does this relate to equity and inclusion?

#CSforgood tutorials & lesson plans

If you're looking for an engaging way to introduce your students to the concept of #CSforGood, there are lots of tutorials and activities to choose from!

Featured:

AI for Oceans

Computer science is about so much more than coding! Learn about AI, machine learning, training data, and bias, while exploring ethical issues and how AI can be used to address world problems.
From Code.org. For grades 3 and up.

A Minecraft Tale of Two Villages

Use the power of code to bring two villages together. Players will experience empathy and compassion for their neighbors, learn cooperation and inclusion, and embrace the diversity that makes us all uniquely special.
From Minecraft Education. For grades 2 and up.

CS First Unplugged

No computer or internet? No problem. Try the CS First Unplugged activities to explore how computer science can solve problems like helping people stay connected while apart. "Plugged in" Scratch activities are available too!
From Google. For grades 2 through 8.

More #CSforGood activities and lesson plans:

SciGirls: Code Quest (SciGirls/Twin Cities PBS): In this online coding adventure, take Subby the submarine through underwater challenges, using code to find various items and collect scientific data on the ocean floor. A self-guided tutorial for beginners in grades 2-8.

Climate Clock (Vidcode): In this Hour of Code activity, students will be guided through the construction of their own climate clock. They will engage with objects, properties, variables, functions, and loops, and customize text to convey their message for the world and their hopes for the future. A self-guided tutorial for beginners in grades 6 and up.

Code a Happy Place Meditation App (CodeSpeak Labs): It's been a stressful year for students, but practicing mindfulness can be a challenge. Learn to program a meditation app that transports you to your "happy place." For beginners in grades 2 through 8. Great as a teacher-guided tutorial.

Robot Feelings: The Kind Playground (iRobot): Our robot is learning how to make kind choices when playing with friends. In this game, help Root practice by making four kind decisions in a row. If Root makes a bad choice, it has to start all the way at the beginning again! Let's play together! For beginners in kindergarten through grade 5. Root robot is optional.

Saving Sea Turtles (micro:bit): Create a prototype of a low-power, red LED beach light that can be used for lighting on beach paths which is also safe for sea turtles. For beginners in grades 6-8. Great for learning at home.

See the full list of Hour of Code activities and lesson plans, including many more #CSforGood-themed tutorials, at hourofcode.com/learn!

Go further: How people are using #CSforgood in the real world

Every day, organizations and individuals are finding new ways to use computer science to help solve the world's challenges. Here are some real-world examples to take a look at with your classroom.

Detecting problems

Finding creative solutions

Connecting to each other

Ensuring equity and inclusion

Reach out to us!

We want to hear about how your students are engaging with #CSforGood! Use the hashtag #CSforGood or send your #CSforGood stories to csforgood@code.org.

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We rely on technology to keep us connected, but we've also seen how biased algorithms can divide us on the basis of race or gender. We rely on our technology to keep us informed, but we've also seen how easy it is to spread misinformation. We rely on our technology to stay productive, but we've left behind those who don't have access to the internet.

How CS and technology are used and applied in the real world is a crucial part of learning computer science. We can help students understand some of the challenges that people around the world face and inspire them to think deeply about the role computer science can play in creating a more equitable and sustainable world.

Discussing #CSforGood with your students

Here are some themes and questions to spark discussion in your classroom about the role of computer science in creating positive social change. Download this discussion guide as a PDF.

We learn CS to detect problems

Building a society we want to live in begins with understanding the problems we need to address. We can use technology to detect and even predict problems.

Have students read this story about how smartphones are being used to detect earthquakes and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What technology does the article discuss?

What problem is Google trying to solve? Why is this important?

What are other ways that computer science or technology can help detect problems?

We learn CS to find creative solutions

Learning computer science gives us a foundation to find solutions. It is our creativity then that enables us in every industry and aspect of life to design solutions built upon that foundation.

Have students read this story about how urban planners are using AI in Minecraft to design better cities, and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What technology does the article discuss?

What challenge or challenges are participants trying to address?

Think of the technology that you use on a daily basis. What does it help you do? What problems or challenges does it help you solve?

Can you think of a time you used technology in a way it wasn't necessarily intended, in order to solve a problem?

We learn CS to connect with each other

From video chats and classes to apps that allow us to sing together remotely, people have built technical innovations that have kept us connected with some semblance of community through a global pandemic. And, we will continue to find ways to humanize technology to unite us.

Have students watch this video ( link to original video at CBS News) of students from Chino Valley Unified School District singing an a capella version of "Over the Rainbow" via video conference after covid-19 canceled their annual Choral Festival. Then have them work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below.
Questions for discussion:

Name as many of the technologies as you can that enabled these students to sing together despite stay-at-home orders due to covid.

Do you use any of these technologies? How frequently--weekly? daily?

Have you used technology lately to make art? Record music? Write poetry? Play games with friends? Talk to family members? If you did not have access to these technologies, what would you do?

Should everyone have access to these technologies? Why or why not?

We learn CS to ensure equity and inclusion

The people creating technology should look like the people using it. Everyone must have the opportunity to learn computer science to have a part in building a future where all of our voices are heard.

Have students read this story about a new tool that helps root out potential biases in image sets that are used to train artificial intelligence (AI), and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What does this tool do and what problem is it trying to solve?

What do you think 'open-source' means? Why would the researchers make their tool open-source?

What are some of the examples mentioned in the article of biases in image sets? Can you think of any others?

Why is it important to be able to identify these biases? How does this relate to equity and inclusion?

#CSforgood tutorials & lesson plans

If you're looking for an engaging way to introduce your students to the concept of #CSforGood, there are lots of tutorials and activities to choose from!

Featured:

AI for Oceans

Computer science is about so much more than coding! Learn about AI, machine learning, training data, and bias, while exploring ethical issues and how AI can be used to address world problems.
From Code.org. For grades 3 and up.

A Minecraft Tale of Two Villages

Use the power of code to bring two villages together. Players will experience empathy and compassion for their neighbors, learn cooperation and inclusion, and embrace the diversity that makes us all uniquely special.
From Minecraft Education. For grades 2 and up.

CS First Unplugged

No computer or internet? No problem. Try the CS First Unplugged activities to explore how computer science can solve problems like helping people stay connected while apart. "Plugged in" Scratch activities are available too!
From Google. For grades 2 through 8.

More #CSforGood activities and lesson plans:

SciGirls: Code Quest (SciGirls/Twin Cities PBS): In this online coding adventure, take Subby the submarine through underwater challenges, using code to find various items and collect scientific data on the ocean floor. A self-guided tutorial for beginners in grades 2-8.

Climate Clock (Vidcode): In this Hour of Code activity, students will be guided through the construction of their own climate clock. They will engage with objects, properties, variables, functions, and loops, and customize text to convey their message for the world and their hopes for the future. A self-guided tutorial for beginners in grades 6 and up.

Code a Happy Place Meditation App (CodeSpeak Labs): It's been a stressful year for students, but practicing mindfulness can be a challenge. Learn to program a meditation app that transports you to your "happy place." For beginners in grades 2 through 8. Great as a teacher-guided tutorial.

Robot Feelings: The Kind Playground (iRobot): Our robot is learning how to make kind choices when playing with friends. In this game, help Root practice by making four kind decisions in a row. If Root makes a bad choice, it has to start all the way at the beginning again! Let's play together! For beginners in kindergarten through grade 5. Root robot is optional.

Saving Sea Turtles (micro:bit): Create a prototype of a low-power, red LED beach light that can be used for lighting on beach paths which is also safe for sea turtles. For beginners in grades 6-8. Great for learning at home.

See the full list of Hour of Code activities and lesson plans, including many more #CSforGood-themed tutorials, at hourofcode.com/learn!

Go further: How people are using #CSforgood in the real world

Every day, organizations and individuals are finding new ways to use computer science to help solve the world's challenges. Here are some real-world examples to take a look at with your classroom.

Detecting problems

Finding creative solutions

Connecting to each other

Ensuring equity and inclusion

Reach out to us!

We want to hear about how your students are engaging with #CSforGood! Use the hashtag #CSforGood or send your #CSforGood stories to csforgood@code.org.

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We rely on technology to keep us connected, but we've also seen how biased algorithms can divide us on the basis of race or gender. We rely on our technology to keep us informed, but we've also seen how easy it is to spread misinformation. We rely on our technology to stay productive, but we've left behind those who don't have access to the internet.

How CS and technology are used and applied in the real world is a crucial part of learning computer science. We can help students understand some of the challenges that people around the world face and inspire them to think deeply about the role computer science can play in creating a more equitable and sustainable world.

Discussing #CSforGood with your students

Here are some themes and questions to spark discussion in your classroom about the role of computer science in creating positive social change. Download this discussion guide as a PDF.

We learn CS to detect problems

Building a society we want to live in begins with understanding the problems we need to address. We can use technology to detect and even predict problems.

Have students read this story about how smartphones are being used to detect earthquakes and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What technology does the article discuss?

What problem is Google trying to solve? Why is this important?

What are other ways that computer science or technology can help detect problems?

We learn CS to find creative solutions

Learning computer science gives us a foundation to find solutions. It is our creativity then that enables us in every industry and aspect of life to design solutions built upon that foundation.

Have students read this story about how urban planners are using AI in Minecraft to design better cities, and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What technology does the article discuss?

What challenge or challenges are participants trying to address?

Think of the technology that you use on a daily basis. What does it help you do? What problems or challenges does it help you solve?

Can you think of a time you used technology in a way it wasn't necessarily intended, in order to solve a problem?

We learn CS to connect with each other

From video chats and classes to apps that allow us to sing together remotely, people have built technical innovations that have kept us connected with some semblance of community through a global pandemic. And, we will continue to find ways to humanize technology to unite us.

Have students watch this video ( link to original video at CBS News) of students from Chino Valley Unified School District singing an a capella version of "Over the Rainbow" via video conference after covid-19 canceled their annual Choral Festival. Then have them work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below.
Questions for discussion:

Name as many of the technologies as you can that enabled these students to sing together despite stay-at-home orders due to covid.

Do you use any of these technologies? How frequently--weekly? daily?

Have you used technology lately to make art? Record music? Write poetry? Play games with friends? Talk to family members? If you did not have access to these technologies, what would you do?

Should everyone have access to these technologies? Why or why not?

We learn CS to ensure equity and inclusion

The people creating technology should look like the people using it. Everyone must have the opportunity to learn computer science to have a part in building a future where all of our voices are heard.

Have students read this story about a new tool that helps root out potential biases in image sets that are used to train artificial intelligence (AI), and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What does this tool do and what problem is it trying to solve?

What do you think 'open-source' means? Why would the researchers make their tool open-source?

What are some of the examples mentioned in the article of biases in image sets? Can you think of any others?

Why is it important to be able to identify these biases? How does this relate to equity and inclusion?

#CSforgood tutorials & lesson plans

If you're looking for an engaging way to introduce your students to the concept of #CSforGood, there are lots of tutorials and activities to choose from!

Featured:

AI for Oceans

Computer science is about so much more than coding! Learn about AI, machine learning, training data, and bias, while exploring ethical issues and how AI can be used to address world problems.
From Code.org. For grades 3 and up.

A Minecraft Tale of Two Villages

Use the power of code to bring two villages together. Players will experience empathy and compassion for their neighbors, learn cooperation and inclusion, and embrace the diversity that makes us all uniquely special.
From Minecraft Education. For grades 2 and up.

CS First Unplugged

No computer or internet? No problem. Try the CS First Unplugged activities to explore how computer science can solve problems like helping people stay connected while apart. "Plugged in" Scratch activities are available too!
From Google. For grades 2 through 8.

More #CSforGood activities and lesson plans:

SciGirls: Code Quest (SciGirls/Twin Cities PBS): In this online coding adventure, take Subby the submarine through underwater challenges, using code to find various items and collect scientific data on the ocean floor. A self-guided tutorial for beginners in grades 2-8.

Climate Clock (Vidcode): In this Hour of Code activity, students will be guided through the construction of their own climate clock. They will engage with objects, properties, variables, functions, and loops, and customize text to convey their message for the world and their hopes for the future. A self-guided tutorial for beginners in grades 6 and up.

Code a Happy Place Meditation App (CodeSpeak Labs): It's been a stressful year for students, but practicing mindfulness can be a challenge. Learn to program a meditation app that transports you to your "happy place." For beginners in grades 2 through 8. Great as a teacher-guided tutorial.

Robot Feelings: The Kind Playground (iRobot): Our robot is learning how to make kind choices when playing with friends. In this game, help Root practice by making four kind decisions in a row. If Root makes a bad choice, it has to start all the way at the beginning again! Let's play together! For beginners in kindergarten through grade 5. Root robot is optional.

Saving Sea Turtles (micro:bit): Create a prototype of a low-power, red LED beach light that can be used for lighting on beach paths which is also safe for sea turtles. For beginners in grades 6-8. Great for learning at home.

See the full list of Hour of Code activities and lesson plans, including many more #CSforGood-themed tutorials, at hourofcode.com/learn!

Go further: How people are using #CSforgood in the real world

Every day, organizations and individuals are finding new ways to use computer science to help solve the world's challenges. Here are some real-world examples to take a look at with your classroom.

Detecting problems

Finding creative solutions

Connecting to each other

Ensuring equity and inclusion

Reach out to us!

We want to hear about how your students are engaging with #CSforGood! Use the hashtag #CSforGood or send your #CSforGood stories to csforgood@code.org.

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We rely on technology to keep us connected, but we've also seen how biased algorithms can divide us on the basis of race or gender. We rely on our technology to keep us informed, but we've also seen how easy it is to spread misinformation. We rely on our technology to stay productive, but we've left behind those who don't have access to the internet.

How CS and technology are used and applied in the real world is a crucial part of learning computer science. We can help students understand some of the challenges that people around the world face and inspire them to think deeply about the role computer science can play in creating a more equitable and sustainable world.

Discussing #CSforGood with your students

Here are some themes and questions to spark discussion in your classroom about the role of computer science in creating positive social change. Download this discussion guide as a PDF.

We learn CS to detect problems

Building a society we want to live in begins with understanding the problems we need to address. We can use technology to detect and even predict problems.

Have students read this story about how smartphones are being used to detect earthquakes and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What technology does the article discuss?

What problem is Google trying to solve? Why is this important?

What are other ways that computer science or technology can help detect problems?

We learn CS to find creative solutions

Learning computer science gives us a foundation to find solutions. It is our creativity then that enables us in every industry and aspect of life to design solutions built upon that foundation.

Have students read this story about how urban planners are using AI in Minecraft to design better cities, and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What technology does the article discuss?

What challenge or challenges are participants trying to address?

Think of the technology that you use on a daily basis. What does it help you do? What problems or challenges does it help you solve?

Can you think of a time you used technology in a way it wasn't necessarily intended, in order to solve a problem?

We learn CS to connect with each other

From video chats and classes to apps that allow us to sing together remotely, people have built technical innovations that have kept us connected with some semblance of community through a global pandemic. And, we will continue to find ways to humanize technology to unite us.

Have students watch this video ( link to original video at CBS News) of students from Chino Valley Unified School District singing an a capella version of "Over the Rainbow" via video conference after covid-19 canceled their annual Choral Festival. Then have them work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below.
Questions for discussion:

Name as many of the technologies as you can that enabled these students to sing together despite stay-at-home orders due to covid.

Do you use any of these technologies? How frequently--weekly? daily?

Have you used technology lately to make art? Record music? Write poetry? Play games with friends? Talk to family members? If you did not have access to these technologies, what would you do?

Should everyone have access to these technologies? Why or why not?

We learn CS to ensure equity and inclusion

The people creating technology should look like the people using it. Everyone must have the opportunity to learn computer science to have a part in building a future where all of our voices are heard.

Have students read this story about a new tool that helps root out potential biases in image sets that are used to train artificial intelligence (AI), and then work in pairs or groups to answer the questions below. Then discuss as a class.
Questions for discussion:

What does this tool do and what problem is it trying to solve?

What do you think 'open-source' means? Why would the researchers make their tool open-source?

What are some of the examples mentioned in the article of biases in image sets? Can you think of any others?

Why is it important to be able to identify these biases? How does this relate to equity and inclusion?

#CSforgood tutorials & lesson plans

If you're looking for an engaging way to introduce your students to the concept of #CSforGood, there are lots of tutorials and activities to choose from!

Featured:

AI for Oceans

Computer science is about so much more than coding! Learn about AI, machine learning, training data, and bias, while exploring ethical issues and how AI can be used to address world problems.
From Code.org. For grades 3 and up.

A Minecraft Tale of Two Villages

Use the power of code to bring two villages together. Players will experience empathy and compassion for their neighbors, learn cooperation and inclusion, and embrace the diversity that makes us all uniquely special.
From Minecraft Education. For grades 2 and up.

CS First Unplugged

No computer or internet? No problem. Try the CS First Unplugged activities to explore how computer science can solve problems like helping people stay connected while apart. "Plugged in" Scratch activities are available too!
From Google. For grades 2 through 8.

More #CSforGood activities and lesson plans:

SciGirls: Code Quest (SciGirls/Twin Cities PBS): In this online coding adventure, take Subby the submarine through underwater challenges, using code to find various items and collect scientific data on the ocean floor. A self-guided tutorial for beginners in grades 2-8.

Climate Clock (Vidcode): In this Hour of Code activity, students will be guided through the construction of their own climate clock. They will engage with objects, properties, variables, functions, and loops, and customize text to convey their message for the world and their hopes for the future. A self-guided tutorial for beginners in grades 6 and up.

Code a Happy Place Meditation App (CodeSpeak Labs): It's been a stressful year for students, but practicing mindfulness can be a challenge. Learn to program a meditation app that transports you to your "happy place." For beginners in grades 2 through 8. Great as a teacher-guided tutorial.

Robot Feelings: The Kind Playground (iRobot): Our robot is learning how to make kind choices when playing with friends. In this game, help Root practice by making four kind decisions in a row. If Root makes a bad choice, it has to start all the way at the beginning again! Let's play together! For beginners in kindergarten through grade 5. Root robot is optional.

Saving Sea Turtles (micro:bit): Create a prototype of a low-power, red LED beach light that can be used for lighting on beach paths which is also safe for sea turtles. For beginners in grades 6-8. Great for learning at home.

See the full list of Hour of Code activities and lesson plans, including many more #CSforGood-themed tutorials, at hourofcode.com/learn!

Go further: How people are using #CSforgood in the real world

Every day, organizations and individuals are finding new ways to use computer science to help solve the world's challenges. Here are some real-world examples to take a look at with your classroom.

Detecting problems

Finding creative solutions

Connecting to each other

Ensuring equity and inclusion

Reach out to us!

We want to hear about how your students are engaging with #CSforGood! Use the hashtag #CSforGood or send your #CSforGood stories to csforgood@code.org.

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This article discussed how Google created a way to detect earthquakes through smart phones. The goal is to detect earthquakes earlier than most programming in the hopes to warn a broader audience before the event actually happens. This is such a great advancement for areas that have frequent earthquakes. With this advancement, we could decrease the fatalities due to lack of awareness of earthquakes.

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This article discusses Minecraft and it's advancements on creative thinking and planning. Most children have been exposed to this unique program that allows them to build artificial intelligence. The goal is to create cities in unseen locations. The technology I use daily is a smartphone and a laptop. Especially having school online, these tools have helped me to continue learning remotely. I can communicate with others through zoom and email, I can collaborate through google classroom, I can create videos to present information, etc. The list could go on and on. The first thing that comes to mind when referring to the use of technology in a different way than it was intended is QR codes. It wasn't a personal experience, but I have noticed restaurants using Qr codes to access their menu, rather than handing out physical copies. This not only limits the spread of covid-19, but also cuts down on paper usage!

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I loved how these students came together using their own technology to spread some joy in light of covid. I imagine some students used their smartphone camera, maybe flipgrid, snapchat, imovie, or even voice memos. I would say I use all of these quite frequently! I actually made some artwork last week on a program called procreate, which allows you to draw with a variety of brushes, colors, and mediums! I also used imovie over the weekend to compile photos I took on a trip to Asheville. It's incredible that most of these programs are at our fingertips, and I couldn't imagine not having them. I think everyone should have access to these technologies so they can also create solutions and connect with others.

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This tool is aiming to flag the biases in artificial intelligence systems. I think "open source" means that it does not have restrictions. Anyone can access the tool and correct the issues it bring to the surface. I think researchers would make this tool to ensure equity and inclusion. For example, one mentioned was a potential gender bias. The program revealed that males were always  represented as playing an instrument, while females were just in that area. These are important to note so that we can make an effort to include everyone and promote diversity.

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This article discusses how Google is using Android phones for earthquake sensors for residents in earthquake prone parts of the world. The problem that google is trying to solve is reducing the amount of time someone can find out if there is an earthquake occurring so they can go into safety. What google is doing is really important because the quicker someone can find out that an earthquake is occurring, the more time they have to hide or get to safety so they do not get injured or killed. Another way that computer science and technology can/does help detect problems is with other natural disasters such as hurricanes, wildfires, tornados, snow storms, etc. The National Weather Service is a great example of this because they are the people in charge of sending out weather alerts before the storm has any significant impact (such as tornado watches and warnings) and this keeps many people safe and saves many lives.

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The technology that this article discusses is how AI planners in Minecraft help machines design better cities. The main challenge that the participants had was that the competition was so open ended, they needed to master multiple objectives to please all of the judges that came from different types of backgrounds (architects, archaeologists, and game designers). The technology I use on a daily basis would probably be Youtube. Youtube helps me by keeping me occupied, gives me endless entertainment and helps me find cool new videos that may interest me. The problems and challenges that Youtube helps me solve is whenever I am stuck on school work or just stressed out by school work I just go to Youtube to watch a video I haven't previously watched and then come back to the work afterwards. A time I used technology in a way it was not necessarily intended was when I used my phone to find my airpods. Usually phones are for texting, calling, and going on social media but when I lost my airpods I used my phone's tracking app to find my airpods.

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Some technologies that these students may have used that enabled them to sing at home due to COVID-19 would be their smart phones or tablets. Apps they could've used would be I-Movie, Splice, their phone camera, Zoom, Flipgrid, etc. I use a couple of these apps for school work and for coaching. The apps I recently used are Zoom and Flipgrid and I use these apps every other day to go to class and give a reflection/discussion on a topic in my class. I use Splice not that often but I mainly use it for creating video projects for a class or creating videos of my cross country and track teams. I have actually used technology recently to make a video project. In my Kinesiology class we had to video ourselves performing and describing different types of movements from around the body and I used my phone's camera and the Splice app to create a video of me performing and describing the movements. If I didn't have access to these technologies I feel like I would be fine without it because these technologies cause a lot of stress and anxiety for me and removing them would make me more confident in myself and in how I look. Depending on the type of technology being used I feel like many people should not have access to this type of technology. Like I said in my last point, video chatting, video editing, video projects all can cause a lot of stress and anxiety in people because they may not think they look good compared to someone else, or just struggle with public speaking in general. Like whenever I make a flipgrid I have to do it like 5-6 times because I get so nervous on how I look or how I speak and get nervous that I might say something wrong.

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The tool that the article talks about helps clear biases from computer vision. The problem that it is trying to solve is AI systems creating bias that can influence things such as credit services and courtroom sentencing programs. I think open-source means that it is an available "source" or tool that others can use. The researchers made this tool because they wanted to automatically uncover any type of bias that could be found in visual data-sets. An example of bias in image sets would be males appearing with flowers in ceremonies or meetings while women appeared with flowers in staged photos and paintings. It is really important to be able to identify these biases because these biases can hurt someone and make people think differently about something. This relates to equity and inclusion because these biases can lead to sexism or "toxic masculinity" and if we can fix and eliminate these types of biases it could lead to more inclusion in different things such as sports, and hobbies and it could also lead to equity in everyday life.

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This article discusses how Google is turning smart phones into mini seismographs to detect earthquakes. Google is attempting to bring earthquake alerts to more places that might not have  had the ability to be alerted in the past. It is important because more people will be able to receive alerts for earthquakes and hopefully casualties will decrease. Computer science and technology have helped us track COVID cases this past year, so we can use that technology to help track the rate of transmission in certain areas which will let us know where it is unsafe to travel.

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This article is based on a competition between AI producers that can create the best settlements in Minecraft in order to new ways to perform urban planing. The participants are trying to find new techniques that real world city planners can use. The technology that I use on a daily basis helps me create documents for school and explore different websites. The CofC library data base helps solve my problem of finding credible sources for my school work.

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Many computers, headphones, video or audio editing softwares, and virtual meeting networks were most likely used when creating this virtual performance. I use all of these technologies and most of them on a daily basis as well. I recently used a note taking app on my iPad to create a graph for a class I am taking and to take notes. I also use this technology to communicate with friends and family. If I did not have access to these technologies then I would not be as social as I am now. I feel as if everyone could benefit from having these technologies, as long as they do not let it consume their lives.

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This tool removes biases from computer vision and helps solve the problem of biases that have moved into AI systems that influence everything. The article states that an open-source automatically uncovers potential biases in visual data sets. Researchers would use this tool in order to weave out potential biases. Some examples of biased based images mentioned in the article were stereotypical images that were in groups of images gathered from online sources that were developed by engineers. It is important to identify biases because they can unintentionally influence computer vision and to insure sources and results are reliable and inclusive.

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This article shares a lot of different technologies from Zoom to smartphones to Minecraft. Google is specifically trying to improve the prediction of earthquakes using smartphones so that people will have more notice in order to prepare. This is revolutionary in preventing the casualties from natural disasters and allowing more people to take action and get to safety. Computer science and technology have been instrumental in detecting COVID and other diseases such as Alzheimers. These technologies are also introducing students and children to new ways of learning and feeling empathy, which is an essential skill to societal progress.

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Some of the technologies in this articles such as AI, Minecraft, and smartphone softwares are aiming to solve many real-world problems, especially as defined by the SDGs. From disease diagnosis and treatments to city planning to climate change, these technologies are making problem solving more accessible to everyone, especially students and children. I am constantly reliant on technology throughout my day. I use it for directions, communication, shopping, reviews, and so much more. Any time I have a question, I can get an answer almost instantaneously on my smart phone. I think that a great example of technology bring used for something greater than its intentions was the release of PokemonGo and how a whole generation became active in going outdoors and fostered a greater sense of community.

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These students probably used computers and smartphones and devices to communicate through some form of messaging service and later using audio and video recorders for their song recordings. I am always using FaceTime and messaging systems to communicate with friends and family. If they used any synchronous options, I use Zoom almost daily for classes now. I use technology to create marketing materials for my jobs and to curate my social media feeds. I also use Kindle for reading occasionally so I can have a ton of books available at once. Without these technologies, everything would take a lot more time which has its pros and cons.I think that all of these technologies should be available to everyone in an ideal world, so that they may have the option of how and when to use them.

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This tool is used to identify bias in AI which people can work to address and fix in the computer space. Open-source means that it is available to the general public for use. Clearly, people have identified bias in AI usage, and when people with biases create these codes, the biases can transfer over to the computers. An example from the article is the gender bias in settings, whereas women are typically in the home-sphere and men in the workplace. An example that I thought of is the racial bias on Twitter. When multiple images are posted, in the smaller window it will always (from what I've seen) focus on the person with the lighter skin. These biases need to be recognized in order to be fixed for more equal and equitable representation and access to online spaces.

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This article discusses how google is utilizing smartphones as mini seismographs to alert others of earthquakes. With this technology, Google is trying to prevent the number of injuries and accidents that happen due to earthquakes. Other ways that technology and CS could detect problems are possibly creating built apps that detect and closely monitor hurricane, tornados, floods, etc. Technology has also been instrumental when it comes to Amber Alerts. Typically almost everyone in surrounding areas are notified when an Amber Alert has been put out allowing others to be on high alert.

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The article shares how Android phones are now able to detect when there is an earthquake near by and notify anyone that is within the area. It also discussed how places such as California, Mexico, and Japan already have technology systems that allow people to know when an earthquake has been detected. This type of technology is important because it can really help save a lot of lives and warn people of danger ahead of time. Technology can also be used to detect other types of emergencies such as sending out whether alerts for flooding as well as if someone goes missing.

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The article shares how Android phones are now able to detect when there is an earthquake near by and notify anyone that is within the area. It also discussed how places such as California, Mexico, and Japan already have technology systems that allow people to know when an earthquake has been detected. This type of technology is important because it can really help save a lot of lives and warn people of danger ahead of time. Technology can also be used to detect other types of emergencies such as sending out whether alerts for flooding as well as if someone goes missing.

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This article discusses how people are using the game minecraft to compete and create their own town. The challenges the participants are trying to address is how future developers may create their own real world structures. On the daily I use my phone to help me if  I need it. Just a few months ago I had my laptop stolen and I had to use the tracking device to find where it was.

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During this video, the technology the children used to make it and be able to sing together. The kids in the video used headphones so that they were able to hear each other saying is well is used a video chatting websites such as umta be able to see each other. I always use zoom when it comes to doing school work. I use this website everyday. I use technology daily also when it comes to talking on the phone with my friends and family as well as listening to music and doing things such as homework if I didn’t have these type of technology it would make it really difficult to do thesed things.

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the tool this article is talking about flags potential biases in sets of images used to train (AI) systems.  I think when the article states that this is an open source system, they are talking about how developers are able to go in and make changes to the license in ways that will suit their company the best.  Some of the biased data that I read about was how flowers were flagged differently for men and woman. I believe it is important that these things get flagged for bias because there is so many gender stereotypes in this world and we need to be able to stop them.

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The technology in this article discusses how AI and Minecraft has paved the way to creating better, more sustainable cities. It was difficult at first because the competition was so opened and competitors has to please many different people in many different areas. The technology I use everyday would probably be social media. It keeps me occupied, sometimes a little too much. I often times find creative/helpful videos, world news, CofC events, etc.

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This was pretty amazing. Some technologies that were possibly used may include zoom, smart phones, headphones, some type of video editing app, etc. I use zoom daily for classes due to COVID. I have not used technology to create art recently but I will be using it very soon to create a project for one of classes. I will need to create an activity, record myself, and utilize a green screen in order to add a cool background. I will potentially use this video in my future classes. This could be a great outlet for people during this time. Those who enjoy singing, dancing, writing and performing poetry, telling jokes, etc., could find great joy in being able to share their passions through the use of technology and the internet.  

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This was pretty amazing. Some technologies that were possibly used may include zoom, smart phones, headphones, some type of video editing app, etc. I use zoom daily for classes due to COVID. I have not used technology to create art recently but I will be using it very soon to create a project for one of classes. I will need to create an activity, record myself, and utilize a green screen in order to add a cool background. I will potentially use this video in my future classes. This could be a great outlet for people during this time. Those who enjoy singing, dancing, writing and performing poetry, telling jokes, etc., could find great joy in being able to share their passions through the use of technology and the internet.  

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This article is addressing the biases in AI. The program created seems to have preference for certain things and leaves other areas of the world out. One example is that women with flowers are typically staged in photos whereas men in photos with flowers are typically at an event around flowers. I think 'open source' means something has no boundaries/limits. It is open to everything. When exploring the web, we should be able to see people, places, and things that look like us or things we can relate to.

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The technology being discussed in the article is about how smartphones are being used as earthquake detectors. The aim of this is to provide knowledge of an earthquake earlier than existing equipment can in order to give an earlier warning. This is important since this can give more time for those who will be affected to prepare or get to a safer area. Using technology in this way, detectors for other natural disasters too could be easier to detect and used to warn people earlier to save lives.

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A competition was created to see which AI produces the best settlements in Minecraft to help explore new techniques for urban planning. The idea of this being to help city planners in designing real cities. The technology I use in my everyday is mostly for leisurely use. For the most part I play games with my switch and use social media on my phone. One situation where I used technology to help me solve an issue was when I used The Sims to plan how I would renovate my real bedroom.

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Each student would need a computer or phone, microphone (you can see in the video that some microphones on their headphones), headphones, camera, as well as probably a video call/meeting software to plan and test out the idea. In my day to day life I use technology a lot. For the most part when I am planning out an idea for an art project I want to complete, I usually draw it out on my laptop first and make notes around it with ideas or changes. I also use technology to talk with my family who don't live in America. Without these my life would be significantly harder and lonelier.

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The tool is used to remove biases from AI and also prevents future biases from occurring. The article says that a open-source tool is one that automatically uncovers potential biases in visual data sets. This tool is useful since it can create biases that work against what it is being used for. The flower example between men and women is also using only two gender identities and stereotypes that can be harmful. In order to be inclusive we cannot have technology making very binary conclusions.

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The technology being discussed about is utilizes smartphones as mini seismographs to alert people in a safety manner. Everyone in a certain radius will be notified by Amber Alert to take caution and to allow people to prepare for hazardous weather. Googles goal is to trying to prevent injuries that come with earthquakes. The possibilities with technology and CS are endless and they are enhancing features to be on a close look out for hurricanes, tornadoes, etc...

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In this article, it discusses how Minecraft is the key to a more sustainable cities. The main challenge for the participants were to find real life techniques that city planners and builders can use to re new and up the city. For technology that I use everyday would be social media. I do not play games much. Social media plays a huge role in my life (as much I hate saying that). It is easy to scroll on youtube and find interesting videos in bed to watch and before you know it, I have gained all this knowledge that I can propose with to my family and friends. With social media, my friends are able to see where I am and I what time I left places, which gives me peace of mind because I can see the same thing for them.

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Some technology that was used might be a computer, microphone, smartphone, camera, zoom for meetings and to brainstorm and create ideas. I find myself using technology all day, everyday. I have the technology I listed above and a few more. I use my computer to communicate with family and friends on FaceTime and to be "in" with the world. If I did not have access to the technology I have today, I would write a to of letters to my loved ones, read the news paper, etc. Although,  a life with out technology sounds peaceful and amazing- I think this would be very hard to communicate.

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The tool is used is to remove and address biases. I think an open source is referring to no expectations, isn't measurable, and is boundary-less. For example, in the article they state "REVISE revealed that objects including airplanes, beds and pizzas were more likely to be large in the images including them than a typical object in one of the data sets. Such an issue might not perpetuate societal stereotypes, but could be problematic for training computer vision models. This is to make things more accurate and prevent biases.

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the technology that the article discusses is how smartphones are being used to detect earthquakes. They are trying to use a warning system to reach more people through their phone. Google is helping with this because not everyone gets warned about an earthqauke. They can give users up to a minutes notice about an earthquake coming. The goal is to make your smartphone like a seismograph.

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Al minecraft is being used for real buildings and their technology is needed. They are put to challenges to see who can build a technique for an urban city buildings. One contestant described the environment and then used local materials to build a building. This will then go into how real city builders will use this information to prevent such as earthquakes or natural disasters.

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Technologies being used for these students to have a concert after covid cancelled it are a zoom/skype/facetime platform. They also all have access
to wifi and a computer, laptop, tablet, or phone so they are able to join the meeting. A microphone is important and audio so that they are able to be heard and visualized together. I love this video because i think the group sounds amazing and find an outlet to still have their concert while dealing with covid. All the technology they use are some of the things that i use on a daily basis dealing with online school.

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This tool flags potential biases in sets of images used to train artificial intelligence systems. This is used to prevent biases that are in the artificial intelligence systems that influence basically everything. The tool is called REVISE and it uses statistical methods to inspect data for potential biases or issues.

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it is really amazing to have smartphones at hand in the case of emergencies like the hurricane and earthquake detectors or keeping people safe like the amber alerts that allow for more then just the police to help. things like google notifications are a big help when it comes to national disasters.

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the artical talks aboout using minecraft as a learning tool to help kids engage in studying in a fun and creative way

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due to COVID 19 kids have needed to get creative to stay connected one of the ways they did this was using zoom to continue chorus practice these kids might not be in the same place but it makes them connect in ways they couldn't do if there wasn't zoom during the pandemic.

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this article talks about getting rid of AI biases. this helps to limit the amount of biases people are exposed to this catches the bias early and allows for revisions to be made to fix any biases that were present.

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This article discusses how google is using technology (specifically androids) to detect earthquakes. This is a great advancement for our daily lives because it can potentially save lives. The sooner people know there is an earthquake coming, the sooner they can prepare. We've seen several tech advancements that solve problems specifically during the pandemic.

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This article discusses how google is using technology (specifically androids) to detect earthquakes. This is a great advancement for our daily lives because it can potentially save lives. The sooner people know there is an earthquake coming, the sooner they can prepare. We've seen several tech advancements that solve problems specifically during the pandemic.

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This article discusses how people are creating their own cities using minecraft, a gaming application. This technology helps to better urbanization of cities and create better communities in real life. As far as technology that I use in my daily life, I'm on my laptop, iPhone, and use a Whoop strap to track my physical activity. I think Zoom has unexpectedly solved a problem I did not seeing coming. All of my classes last semester were in person and I have an illness on the high risk list for covid. If it weren't for Zoom, I wouldn't have been able to complete school last semester.

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This article discusses how people are creating their own cities using minecraft, a gaming application. This technology helps to better urbanization of cities and create better communities in real life. As far as technology that I use in my daily life, I'm on my laptop, iPhone, and use a Whoop strap to track my physical activity. I think Zoom has unexpectedly solved a problem I did not seeing coming. All of my classes last semester were in person and I have an illness on the high risk list for covid. If it weren't for Zoom, I wouldn't have been able to complete school last semester.

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In regard to the classroom during COVID-19, I think these students probably used Zoom, padlet, flipgrid, voicememo, etc. Outside of the classroom, I feel like TikTok became much more mainstream and was a good way for people to stay connected.

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In regard to the classroom during COVID-19, I think these students probably used Zoom, padlet, flipgrid, voicememo, etc. Outside of the classroom, I feel like TikTok became much more mainstream and was a good way for people to stay connected.

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The tool in this article aims to. remove biases from Al. Findings included men were more likely to play an instrument. I think the goal is to make an effort to include everyone and utilizing technology for analysis helps us reach that goal.

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The tool in this article aims to. remove biases from Al. Findings included men were more likely to play an instrument. I think the goal is to make an effort to include everyone and utilizing technology for analysis helps us reach that goal.

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The article discusses how Google is turning smartphones into siesmographs that are being used to deliver and detect alerts about possible earthquakes. This is trying to solve the problem of people and communtities being unaware and unprepared of potential natural disasters. Science and technology can help detect other problems with sms and instant messaging techniques.

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This article discusses how Minecraft launched a global competition where gamers can build an artificial intelligence that can generate realistic towns or villages in previously unseen locations. This competition can potentially spark interest for real-life city planners and builders. This technology will help companies build more successful settlements and buildings. On a daily basis, I use a lot of technology such as my phone and computer. They help me communicate with others, and complete my schoolwork. My phone also allows me to walk and drive to places I am unfamiliar with. I have always used technology in my life to solve daily problems.

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Some technologies these students may have used could be apps on their phone and computer such as zoom, padlet, and flipgrid. I personally have used all of these sources in the past year to complete several projects for school. Lately I have been using technology to make art such as drawings and videos. If I did not have access to these technologies, I could not express my creative abilities as well as I can now. I think everyone especially students should have access to these technologies.

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This tool is used to flag potential biases in images used to train artificial intelligence systems. Its trying to prevent different types of biases. I think the term :open source" means that the potential sources that the images come from are unmonitored and are not sensored. The researches would make their tool to inspect a certain category of biases, such as object-based and gender-based. Its important to identify these biases in order to prevent them from happening in the future. This relates to equity and inclusion because these biases prevent all types of people from feeling included and respected.

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The technology this article discusses is how Google can track earthquakes through smart phones. If smart phones are able to do this it would give people in the area of the earthquake more time to prepare and evacuate. Some other ways computer science and technology can help detect other problems could be finding a way to have smart phones be able to track and detect more than just earthquakes. If they were able to track storms, flooding, and other things, it would be very beneficial.

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The technology this article discusses is how Google can track earthquakes through smart phones. If smart phones are able to do this it would give people in the area of the earthquake more time to prepare and evacuate. Some other ways computer science and technology can help detect other problems could be finding a way to have smart phones be able to track and detect more than just earthquakes. If they were able to track storms, flooding, and other things, it would be very beneficial.

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Some of the different technologies these students could've used, could be zoom, skype, their phones, computers, tablets, etc. I use zoom almost everyday of the week for some of my classes. I also use my laptop everyday for school work and other things as well as I use my phone everyday to communicate with others. I have used technology lately to talk to family members. Since COVID happened, it has been harder to see family members so it is nice to be able to communicate with them using all these different technologies. If I did not have technology, I would find other ways to communicate with people. I think everyone should have access to these technologies because they are so beneficial and useful but I know some people will never have access to all these technologies.

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Some of the different technologies these students could've used, could be zoom, skype, their phones, computers, tablets, etc. I use zoom almost everyday of the week for some of my classes. I also use my laptop everyday for school work and other things as well as I use my phone everyday to communicate with others. I have used technology lately to talk to family members. Since COVID happened, it has been harder to see family members so it is nice to be able to communicate with them using all these different technologies. If I did not have technology, I would find other ways to communicate with people. I think everyone should have access to these technologies because they are so beneficial and useful but I know some people will never have access to all these technologies.

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This tool flags potential/artificial biases in sets of images. An open-source is a source that is open to the general public. The researchers would make this tool so there aren't as many biases and everyone can be included in the use of technology. An example mentioned in the article was males appeared with flowers in ceremonies or meetings. While females appeared with flowers in staged settings or paintings. Another one I can think of that then mentioned in the article were credit services and courtrooms. It's important to be able to identify these biases so you are aware of them and can stop them from reoccurring in the future. This relates to equity and inclusion because there shouldn't be biases and everyone should be equal and respect one another.

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This tool flags potential/artificial biases in sets of images. An open-source is a source that is open to the general public. The researchers would make this tool so there aren't as many biases and everyone can be included in the use of technology. An example mentioned in the article was males appeared with flowers in ceremonies or meetings. While females appeared with flowers in staged settings or paintings. Another one I can think of that then mentioned in the article were credit services and courtrooms. It's important to be able to identify these biases so you are aware of them and can stop them from reoccurring in the future. This relates to equity and inclusion because there shouldn't be biases and everyone should be equal and respect one another.

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The article discussed how google is using smart phones to track earthquakes. Google is trying to solve the problem of people not knowing when earthquakes are coming. Much tragedy has occured simply because people did not know these were coming. Another advance in computer science that could help is tracking other types of storms and weather abnormalities to help people be prepared and able to evacuate if needed.

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The article shows a competition in which gamers were able to create buildings and settlements in new places. This could potentially spark the interest of a future archetect or designer. I think using Minecraft and other computer software to plan for buildings is a huge development because where there is great planning, there is great success. i use technology every day. I use it at my job, for school, for leisure, and it solves and creates problems all alike. Sometimes i try to use my phone to relax, but social media seriously harms your mental health and so that creates a problem.

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Apps that could have been used by these students could have been zoom, flipgrid, snapchat, splice, i movie, tik tok, or just their iphone camera. I have used all of these in the post covid world and would say these technologies help me express myself not only educationally, but personally too.

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The tool helps identify biases in AL. open source just means it is open to the general public and is not censored. The tool would be used so that everyone can identify biases and in turn, stop them. One of these mentioned was the idea of women being portrayed in the home where men are being portrayed in the work place. recognizing these biases will hopefully stop them.

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CS has been extremely important in detecting problems. One of the many beneficial parts of this design, is the ability to detect natural disasters. Google smart phone comes with a program that allows momentarily updates regarding earth quakes, hurricane, amber alerts and other risk worthy concerns. This has not always been a feature but since the advancements much has adapted and changed.

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The article discusses blueprint planning through Minecraft. Minecraft is an increasingly popular online game that allows players to create blueprints and plot land for houses and other buildings. In the article, it is discussed how this has been utilized for actual architecture and creating new sustainable cities and towns. Not only does his decrease the amount of money spent into building but also gives a clear and concise understanding of what the goal might be.

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The article discusses blueprint planning through Minecraft. Minecraft is an increasingly popular online game that allows players to create blueprints and plot land for houses and other buildings. In the article, it is discussed how this has been utilized for actual architecture and creating new sustainable cities and towns. Not only does his decrease the amount of money spent into building but also gives a clear and concise understanding of what the goal might be.

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This article talks about how technology is especially important in equity and inclusion. This is especially true when it comes down to gender. It does not allow for companies to use bias or discrimination. It creates for a more random and fair generator.

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Google has developed a new way to detect seismic wave energies using smartphones. It gives people a few more precious seconds to seek shelter and safety in the midst of an earthquake. It's also crazy that the phone itself can detect whether it's a rumble from thunder, or if the phone has just been dropped. Computer Science can also aid in detecting Amber Alerts, sending individual messages to cellphones. It also aides in a quick call to 911. For example, with the iPhone all you have to do to call 911 in an emergency is press the power button a few times and it immediately alerts the authorities. This technology is so advanced and makes me wonder what we would do without it!

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This is article is really in that it describes the technology of AI and the use of it in a game called Minecraft. Competitors were tasked with building a whole city in the Minecraft world using AI. They had to come up with the perfect algorithms that would create unique, well rounded, sturdy, realistic settlements while not overlooking small details and certain differences in land that could potentially cause disruptions for the AI. This is really fascinating because AI is already being used to document how cities are made and built in order to, in the future, alter those cities in a way that makes them safer, more sustainable, and resourceful. The technology I use on a daily basis allows me to check the weather, get directions to places, order items with express shipping, communicate with others, and many many other things. There was this one time when I got in a car accident and from the impact my body immediately went into shock. My arms and legs were completely numb and I couldn't move. The only way I was able to call somebody for help was through Siri. All I had to say was "Hey Siri, call 911 on speaker." And that was a life saver.

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They used their computers/smartphones, microphones, headphones, cameras, editing software, and many others to put this together. Personally, I use Zoom a lot for classes. I have used TikTok to watch and make videos. I do like to sing as well and have used the recording app on my iPhone. There's an app called Bandlab that allows people to mix their own beats and music scores. I use technology for entertainment and communicate and stay connected with people. I know that I would probably be fine without a phone but it would certainly be difficult getting to places I've never been before and staying connected with my family who is 3 hours away. I would want everyone to have the chance to experience technology because the way it connects us to the world and each other is incredible. It's almost like we can lose human connection with too much technology but can also lack human connection without it.

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It's pretty crazy that even computers can create their own biases and stereotypes for certain people.

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This tool is able to detect discrepancies within certain AI involved technologies specifically with face recognition. Some of these technologies have formed biases or stereotypes for certain types or groups of people leading to underrepresentation. I'm thinking that "open-source" means that the creators and users can detect and change problems dealing with underrepresentation, but I am not sure. If this is the reason, I would guess that they made the tool this way in order to decrease their own biases and stereotypes even more and essentially have "all hands on deck." Some examples they mention in the article is for instance, the AI gathered that men were usually associated with flowers when it had to do with a ceremony or meetings and for women, they were mostly associated with staged settings or paintings. I could imagine possibly AI grouping certain people in with certain geographical areas on a worldwide scale but also a bit more locally and contained. Equity is ensuring that everyone is given an equal amount and quality of opportunities, resources, or means to be successful based on their personal needs and interests. Everyone is different, not everyone can necessarily be treated "equally." Each person's needs must be met according to their specificity.

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This website is talking about CS doing things like tracking natural disasters, animating biological processes, and studying Alzheimer's disease. Google is developing a way to track seismic activity for earthquakes and tectonic movement. New CS is allowing musicians to play older music, fill in gaps in the American health care data, and allows for chronically ill children to connect from virtual reality.

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This article discusses how kids can learn about implicit bias in coding and CS and the implications that can have. CS is good for detecting problems, such as Covid 19, as it can interpret, annualize, and file vast amount of data much faster than humans can. I use my computer on a daily basis and my cell phone. I love the flashlight part of an iPhone, I use it almost as much as I use it for calls and text.

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Social media is great way for the kids to sing together, post videos on snapchat, twitter, facebook, and instagram. Also things like zoom, Skype, and such allow for students to sing together too. I use my cell phone, tv, computer every single day. I also used my laptop to record some music for a project and create art through a program for a design I was creating. If I did not have access to this technology my life would be different, much harder.

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The problem they are trying to overcome is the AI system and the implicit biases that are involved. Teaching kids to account for this issue and overcome it. Open source probably means to publicly accessible for sources. Gender was a big example of bias in technology. Race, hight, and language are probably other biases too. This kind of skewed view can negatively impact data and that in turn can have real life implications.

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In this article, it is discussed how Google has developed a seismic wave energy detector using smartphones; when an earthquake is about to happen, locals are alerted beforehand to get somewhere safe. Considering there was a time where even regular weather wasn't predictable, it's great to see how technology has advanced throughout time.

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This article connects video gaming and architecture with AI use in a Minecraft building challenge; the competitors were tasked with creating an entire city using provided algorithms. As for my personal life, I use technology to find directions while traveling and instructions on how to make various art pieces.

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As someone who has participated in a similar project, I know that making these videos is no light task; I think that technologies like the ones used to make this video are more helpful to those who are having a hard time making it through the pandemic.

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The tool is basically made to flag any potential biases within artificial intelligence, like overpredicting gender roles; it is important to address these biases in order to create a more unified experience in computer use.

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The article talks about how Google has developed a way for smartphones to detect earthquakes. This will allow civilians to be aware of the threat and well hep with triangulating the epicenter of there earthquake. Being on the coast it reminds of the content detections we have of hurricanes during hurricane seasons in Charleston.

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In the article there is a global competition between AI developers to contract settlement in the game Minecraft. They also use this method to cultivate actual architecture and sustainable structures. All the technology we cultivated has been adapted to make thing easier for us.

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The students in the video could have used Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Vidstitch, iMovies or any other number of video stitching technologies. I use these a lot for business and school. I have also used them for school and social events. I think everyone should have access to these especially when we are in a time when it is harder to connect to one another.

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They are trying to overcome the implicit biases involved with AI technologies. Open source technology that is able to be used or modified by anyone. These biases need to be detected and fixed so people because sometimes though it many not seem like it, little things like this can indirectly put peoples lives in danger.