This lesson plan introduces grade 6 students to artificial intelligence through the lens of chatbots. Over three lessons, students will learn what AI is, how chatbots function, and ultimately create their own simple chatbot using basic coding principles. The lessons are structured to provide a foundational understanding of technology that's becoming increasingly prevalent, fostering both technical skills and creativity.
This lesson introduces grade 6 students to the concept of artificial intelligence (AI), focusing on how AI is used in chatbots. Students will explore what AI is, how chatbots function using AI, and discuss the benefits and challenges of using AI in everyday applications.
Lesson 2: How Chatbots Work
Overview
In this 20-minute lesson, students will gain a basic understanding of how chatbots operate by exploring the core components involved in their functionality. They'll learn about input analysis, response generation, and common algorithms used, equipping them with foundational knowledge of chatbot technology.
Lesson 3: Creating a Simple Chatbot
Overview
In this lesson, students will apply their existing understanding of chatbots and artificial intelligence principles to create a basic rule-based chatbot. This hands-on activity will use a simple coding environment to illustrate the practical implementation of chatbot logic.
