Lesson Plan 4: Checking AI generated content on social media. Pyramids being built photo
Added: 27 Jul 2024
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Patrick Hickey
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Lesson 4, "Fact-checking Pyramids image on social media", is a crucial lesson in developing students' critical analysis skills in the context of AI-generated historical content shared on social media platforms. Here's a concise description:
This lesson introduces students to the concept of fact-checking AI-generated historical images, using a fabricated image of the Egyptian pyramids as an example. The main objectives are:
1. To familiarise students with the prevalence of AI-generated images on social media.
2. To develop critical thinking skills by analysing and fact-checking AI-generated visual content.
3. To enhance students' ability to identify and question historical inaccuracies in visual media.
4. To teach the importance of verifying information, especially when it appears convincing or is widely shared on social platforms.
The lesson structure includes:
1. An introduction to AI-generated images and their presence on social media
2. Analysis of an AI-generated image of the pyramids
3. Guided fact-checking activities using reliable historical sources
4. Group discussion on findings and the implications for digital literacy
Key aspects that make this lesson valuable:
1. Social media awareness: Students learn to critically approach content shared on popular platforms.
2. Visual literacy: The lesson reinforces the importance of scrutinising images, not just text.
3. Historical accuracy focus: Students practise applying historical knowledge to verify visual claims.
4. Digital citizenship: The lesson prepares students to be responsible consumers and sharers of online content.
By combining historical knowledge with digital and visual literacy, this lesson equips students with essential skills for navigating the complex landscape of AI-generated content on social media.
How it maps to the curriculum
- JC
- History
Strand: 1. The Nature of History
Strand unit: 7. Develop Historical Judgements
Suggestions for use: Critical Thinking: Encourage students to apply the skepticism they've learned to all subjects and aspects of life. Digital Literacy: Extend the lesson's principles to other subjects by having students evaluate online sources for a science project or a current events discussion. They should assess the credibility of sources, look for potential biases, and cross-reference information. This develops their ability to navigate the digital world responsibly across all areas of study and life. Analytical Skills: Organize a cross-curricular activity where students analyze claims from various fields (history, science, current events) using the critical approach learned in this lesson. They should break down the claims, evaluate evidence, and present their conclusions. This hones their analytical skills, applicable in all academic subjects and real-life decision-making.
Key Skills:
- Being Creative
- Communicating
- Managing Information and Thinking
- Staying Well
- Working with Others
- Literacy
- Numeracy
- Managing Myself
