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Today, we're starting our project where we need to identify a real-world problem related to Sustainable Development Goals. Can anyone think of an issue we could work on?
How about pollution? It's a big issue everywhere.
Yes, or maybe water wastage? Lots of places don’t have enough water.
Great suggestions! Pollution and water wastage are significant issues. Let’s use the 4Ws Problem Canvas to dive deeper into one of these problems. Can someone explain what the 4Ws are?
The 4Ws stand for Who, What, Where, and Why, right?
Exactly! Remembering it as 'Four Wise Wizards' can help us. Now, let's discuss who is affected by pollution.
Local residents and people who work near factories are affected.
Perfect! Pollution definitely impacts local communities. We'll continue exploring this in our next session.
Now that we’ve identified who is affected, can anyone tell me what the problem is using the 4Ws?
The problem is air pollution from nearby factories.
And it's happening in the industrial area of our town.
Great job! And why is this a concern?
Because it causes health issues like asthma and other respiratory diseases.
Exactly! Sticking with our 4Ws, we will create a perfect understanding of our problem. Always remember: Who, What, Where, and Why. This structure helps set the foundation for our system map.
We will now identify features that contribute to air pollution. What data points can we include?
Vehicle counts in the area could be one.
Factory emission levels and the number of nearby trees should also be included.
Great! And how do we visually present these relationships?
We can create a system map!
Correct! This map will help us visualize how these features interact and lead to pollution. Remember the acronym 'STOP' for System, To visualize, Organize, and Present your findings.
For our next step, we need to collect data. How can we document what we've observed regarding pollution?
We can use Google Sheets to record the data!
And create graphs of air quality and vehicle counts to see trends.
Exactly! Remember to use bar and line graphs. Acronym 'DIVE' can help you remember: Data, Input, Visualize, Evaluate your findings.
What if I find a pattern showing that pollution increases with more vehicles?
That's an excellent observation! Patterns like that inform our AI-enabled solutions. Let’s keep that in mind.
Finally, let’s brainstorm how we can use AI to address air pollution. What are some ideas?
A mobile app that provides pollution alerts would be useful!
Or smart watering systems that adapt to water usage based on weather.
Excellent ideas! AI solutions can help monitor and control pollution. Remember the acronym 'SMART' for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound in developing your ideas.
This project really helps us think critically about how AI can solve real problems.
Absolutely! Now let's prepare to present our findings and solutions.
A global agenda to address critical issues through defined goals.
A structured approach to clearly define and understand problems.
The graphical representation of data to identify trends and patterns.
Implementing artificial intelligence to enhance problem-solving in real-world issues.
To save our earth and gardens green, remember pollution’s what we mean!
Imagine a town choked with smog. Residents band together, using the 4Ws to clear the fog and find solutions.
For the 4Ws, remember: Who, What, Where, Why - Witty Wizards Wise up to question why!
DIVE - Data, Input, Visualize, Evaluate your findings in problem-solving.
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SDGs
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4Ws Canvas
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Data Visualization
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A set of 17 global goals established by the United Nations to be achieved by 2030, aimed at addressing global challenges including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, and peace.
A tool that helps in problem analysis by asking four core questions: Who is affected? What is the problem? Where is it happening? Why is it a concern?
A visual representation showing the relationships and interactions between different features or elements within a problem.
The presentation of data in a graphical format, enabling easier understanding of patterns, trends, and correlations.
A solution that leverages artificial intelligence technology to improve problem-solving and efficiency.
Students learn to identify real-world problems linked to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and create AI-supported solutions.
This section outlines a project in which students analyze real-world issues such as pollution or deforestation, using design thinking principles and data handling to develop AI-enabled solutions that align with Sustainable Development Goals. A structured framework, including a 4Ws Problem Canvas and data visualization techniques, guides students in their problem-solving process.
In this section, students engage in a project aimed at addressing a real-world problem tied to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The objective is to develop an AI-supported solution through a structured approach that includes defining the problem, understanding its implications with a 4Ws canvas, mapping out features and their relationships, collecting and visualizing data, and creating an AI-enabled prototype.
The project also encourages field visits to observe AI applications in real-world settings, culminating in learning outcomes compiled in a student portfolio that tracks their AI learning journey.