Responsible AI - Principles and Ethical Considerations (Coursera)

This course is designed for a diverse group of learners, including adult learners seeking to expand their knowledge, AI policy makers shaping the technological landscape, and leaders in the technology space specially navigating AI's strategic integration. This course also is helpful for AI Policy Makers, AI thought leaders, and anyone who are curious to harness AI's potential, rooted in distinct professional roles and aspirations.

Learn techniques to spot, tackle, and mitigate bias in AI algorithms, fostering fairness and inclusivity in AI systems. Discover the pivotal role of accountability in AI and its impact on ethical governance, privacy, and security throughout development and deployment. Striking the right balance between accuracy and explainability, you'll grasp the art of crafting an accountable and trustworthy AI system whose decisions can be easily interpreted.

By the course end, you'll not just understand the need for responsible AI but adeptly explain its principles and construct a solid framework for developing AI responsibly. This course doesn't just prepare you for a job; it empowers you with the knowledge to apply responsible AI principles ethically and develop AI systems responsibly.

To be successful in this course, understanding of the Basics of AI and Generative AI technologies and platforms, or knowledge of the nuances of social impact. Knowledge about the various legal and ethical frameworks would be an added advantage.

Join us in shaping the future responsibly!

What you'll learn

- Discuss responsible AI principles and their significance in technology, including ethical considerations, fairness, transparency, and accountability.

- Apply techniques to identify, address, and mitigate bias in AI algorithms and data, promoting fairness and inclusivity in AI systems.

- Interpret and explain AI decisions, balancing accuracy and explainability to foster trust and accountability in AI systems.

- Discuss accountability, ethical AI governance, privacy considerations, security measures in the development & deployment of responsible AI systems.

Syllabus

Introduction to Responsible AI

In this module, you will learn about AI and the challenges it brings in different domains. You will be able to understand the need of Responsible AI and 6 principles of Responsible AI.

Ensuring Fairness and Bias Mitigation

In this module, you'll learn the concept of fairness within AI and gain insights into the different forms of biases that can infiltrate the machine learning pipeline. You will also learn about effective techniques for bias mitigation and measurement.

Transparency and Explainability in AI

In this module, you will explore the concept of transparency in AI, gaining a deep understanding of its importance. You'll also discover how transparency in data and models plays a crucial role in achieving explainability, ultimately leading to transparent and explainable business decisions.

Ensuring Accountability and Governance

In this module, you'll learn the core concept of accountability in AI and its significance. Explore the concept of drift, including its various types, and delve into the diverse techniques for detecting drift in AI systems.

Privacy and Security in AI

In this module, you'll learn the crucial need for data privacy in AI. Explore Privacy by Design, its foundational elements, and how it safeguards privacy in AI systems. Understand AI security and the concept of differential privacy for robust and private AI applications.