Code Breakers Unleashed: Riding the AI Wave with Ms. Roberge in Our First Hour of Code!

For those wondering, the Hour of Code is a global initiative unlocking the world of coding and computer science. In our inaugural session, who better to lead the way than Ms. Anne Roberge, SCDSB’s Technology Enabled Teaching and Learning Consultant!

Ms. Roberge kicked off the hour with the eye-opening game, “Can you tell the difference—AI or Human?” Unveiling the world where AI-generated content mirrors human expression, the experience was both enlightening and entertaining.

After the game, students delved into the fascinating realm of artificial intelligence through a thought-provoking video. Exploring not just how AI works but also reflecting on critical topics of algorithmic bias and the ethics surrounding AI decision-making.

The hands-on segment focused on using machine learning to aid a robot in cleaning up the ocean. Parallel to real-world applications like The Ocean Cleanup, students actively taught the robot to recognize fish, unveiling the tangible impact of AI on solving environmental challenges.

As the hour concluded, students embraced the power of the problem-solving process intertwined with machine learning. From data preparation to training AI Bot, the journey involved reflection on results and collaborative decision-making for what’s next.

A massive shoutout to Ms. Roberge for expertly guiding us through our first annual Hour of Code Activity!