This reflection has two parts. In total, you should submit two paragraphs - one for part 1 and one for part 2. For both parts, responses must be original. They may not be copied verbatim from the videos or anywhere else, nor should they be generated by AI tools. As stated in the syllabus, you may use such tools to improve the language of your responses, but if you do, please include your original words beneath your revised submission. Reflections submitted late through Wednesday at 11:59pm will have a maximum grade of 80%. Reflections submitted more than 24 hours late will have a maximum grade of 60%.
(This assignment was changed after it became available to students. If you completed this assignment before Monday, 9/16, you are responsible for only part 1.)
Part 1:
Reflecting on the clips from Robot and Frank and your personal values, write a paragraph (5–10 sentences) discussing your current perspective on the following ethical theme.
If you had a loved one in need of extra care and an assistive AI tool were available, would you use it? Reflect on requirements/expectations you would have for the tool, and some of the risks and benefits of using an AI tool for healthcare support. Dr. Fleischman suggested that a computing code of ethics might be introduced in the future. What is one principle that, if outlined in a computing code of ethics, would make you feel better about using AI for eldercare?
(Optional: If it's helpful, you could take a look at the WMA International Code of Medical Ethics for ideas.)
Part 2:
Reflecting on the content of this module (including videos and reading), write a paragraph (5–10 sentences) that includes one or more of the following:
Insightful questions;
Clarification questions about ambiguities;
Comments about the relation of the content to previous content;
Solutions to problems or exercises posed in the readings or videos;
Critiques;
Thoughts on what you would like to learn about in more detail;
Possible extensions or related studies;
Thoughts on the topic's importance; and
Summaries of the most important things you learned.
Part 2 of this reflection is designed both to encourage you to engage with the videos before Thursday class and also to allow us to incorporate some of your responses into the Thursday class discussions.