AI Prompt Engineering for Kids

Course Description: This course is designed to introduce kids to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), focusing specifically on how prompts can be used to interact with AI models. With a mix of theory and hands-on activities, students will learn the underlying principles and applications of AI prompting.

Module 1: Introduction to AI and its Significance

• Overview of Artificial Intelligence
• AI in everyday life: Real-world examples
• Importance of prompts in AI

Module 2: History and Evolution of AI

• Brief history of AI development
• Transition from rule-based to learning models
• Introduction to language models

Module 3: Basics of AI Prompting

• What is a prompt?
• Different types of prompts
• Role of prompts in determining AI output

Module 4: Safety and Ethics in AI Interactions

• Importance of safe interactions
• Understanding biases in AI
• Ethical considerations

Module 5: Hands-on: Crafting Effective Prompts

• Interactive session with a basic AI model
• Crafting simple prompts and observing responses
• Discussion on unexpected AI responses

Module 6: Exploring Different AI Platforms

• Overview of popular AI platforms available
• Differences and similarities between platforms
• Hands-on session with a chosen platform

Module 7: Advanced Prompting Techniques

• Using context in prompts
• Sequential prompting
• Eliciting specific types of responses

Module 8: AI and Creativity

• AI in art, music, and literature
• Hands-on: Generating creative content using AI
• Evaluating AI-generated content

Module 9: Customizing AI Models with Prompts

• Introduction to fine-tuning
• Benefits of model customization
• Hands-on: Guiding AI responses through custom prompts

Module 10: Troubleshooting and Refining Prompts

• Common issues in AI prompting
• Iterative approach to refining prompts
• Group activity: Problem-solving real-world prompting scenarios

Module 11: The Future of AI and Prompting

• Predictions and trends in AI
• Potential developments in AI prompting
• Discussion on how AI might shape the future

Module 12: Project Showcase and Review

• Students present a project where they utilize AI prompting for a specific task or purpose.
• Feedback session
• Course wrap-up and further learning resources

Assessment & Evaluation: Each module will consist of a short quiz or activity to assess understanding. The final project in Module 12 serves as a capstone to demonstrate what students have learned throughout the course.

Materials & Tools Required:

• Access to internet-connected devices (computers/tablets)
• Accounts on various AI platforms (depending on the platforms chosen for Module 6)
• Presentation tools for the final project

Suggested Age Group: 7-8 and 15-17 years old. Adjustments may be made to the curriculum based on the specific age group.

Prerequisites: Basic computer skills. Prior knowledge of AI is not necessary.

This curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to AI prompting for kids, focusing on building foundational knowledge while also offering practical hands-on experiences.