Overview
Explore the complexities and uncertainties surrounding artificial intelligence in this thought-provoking lecture by computer scientist Melanie Mitchell. Delve into the challenges of defining intelligence, the limitations of current AI technologies, and the interdisciplinary approaches needed to advance the field. Examine how AI research intersects with theories of cognition, human learning, and the role of sociality in intelligence. Gain insights into the ethical implications of deploying AI systems without fully understanding their decision-making processes. Discover how research in evolution, neuroscience, and childhood development may hold keys to developing AI with true common sense and thinking abilities. Consider the broader societal impacts of AI advancements and the importance of developing a unifying theoretical framework to guide future progress in the field.
Syllabus
Melanie Mitchell on Artificial Intelligence: What We Still Don't Know
Taught by
Santa Fe Institute