Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Artificial Intelligence and Human Psychology
Course Code
VPUPK_401
Branch of Science
Other Sub-Branches of Psychology; Psychology
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Psychology
LQF
All Levels
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Laima Dance
Structure Unit Manager
Kristīne Mārtinsone
Structural Unit
Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Contacts
Riga, 5 J. Asara Street, vppk@rsu.lv, +37167061587
About Study Course
Objective
To introduce students to the human cognitive process and basic principles of artificial intelligence, to promote students’ understanding of technology and human interaction and the ethical aspects of the use of AI tools, to improve the skills to analyse the objectivity and deficiencies of AI tools.
Preliminary Knowledge
General psychology, Cognitive psychology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Students name and describe a person’s cognitive processes and explain their functions
Individual work and tests
Human cognitive processes test
2.Students name and describe basic principles and key concepts of AI and machine learning
Individual work and tests
Self-assessment test on basic principles of AI and machine learning
3.Students describe and describe AI ethical considerations and assess risks
Individual work and tests
Test on ethical aspects of the use of AI
Skills
1.Explains the functions of cognitive processes and the interaction between cognitive processes
Individual work and tests
Human cognitive processes test
2.Analyses, compares and evaluates the impartiality and suitability of AI tools for specific situations, identifies weaknesses in AI tools
Individual work and tests
AI tool usage analysis and self-reflection • Potential bias or inaccuracy of AI tools, case analysis
3.Explain ethical considerations related to the fair use of AI, assess potential risks
Individual work and tests
Test on ethical aspects of the use of AI
4.Ability to critically evaluate and self-reflect how AI use affects a person’s thinking, work style and decision making
Individual work and tests
AI tool usage analysis and self-reflection • Potential bias or inaccuracy of AI tools, case analysis
5.Analyses scientific literature on the effects of technology, specific AI, on mental health
Individual work and tests
AI tool usage analysis and self-reflection
Competences
1.Critically reflecting on the experience of using personal technology, recognising both the powerful aspects and weaknesses of AI
Individual work and tests
AI tool usage analysis and self-reflection • Self-assessment test on basic principles of AI and machine learning
2.Able to discuss the psychological impact of technology on humans
Individual work and tests
AI tool usage analysis and self-reflection
3.Demonstrates the psychological flexibility to adapt to technological changes and the diverse range of AI tools
Individual work and tests
AI tool usage analysis and self-reflection • Self-assessment test on basic principles of AI and machine learning • Potential bias or inaccuracy of AI tools, case analysis
4.Able to make confident and critical use of technology and technological solutions in professional activities
Individual work and tests
AI tool usage analysis and self-reflection • Potential bias or inaccuracy of AI tools, case analysis
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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1.
AI tool usage analysis and self-reflection |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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An individual essay on the use of AI tools in a real-life example, describing the steps in using the tool and reflecting on personal motivation, as well as the delivery of results from the tool to accomplish the task and the tool’s deficiencies |
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2.
Potential bias or inaccuracy of AI tools, case analysis |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Analysis of an independently selected case where potential bias, inaccuracy of AI tools is reflected |
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Human cognitive processes test |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Digital test in e-studies on basic definitions and functions of cognitive processes, concepts used |
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2.
Self-assessment test on basic principles of AI and machine learning |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Digital test in e-studies on basic principles of AI and machine learning and concepts used |
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3.
Test on ethical aspects of the use of AI |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Digital test in e-studies on ethical aspects and basic principles of AI use |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Course introduction, technology-human interaction
Description
Course objectives, topics, tasks, deadlines and evaluation criteria. |
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Application of technology and AI on a daily basis
Description
Seminar on the day-to-day application of student technology and AI |
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Human intelligence and cognitive processes
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Artificial intelligence (AI) and the fundamentals of machine learning
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AI tools and examples of their use
Description
Seminar on top AI tools and their applications |
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Ethical aspects and risks of using technology and AI tools
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Critical thinking and its role in AI usage
Description
Linking cognitive processes to AI tool usage |
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Critical thinking and its role in AI usage
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Linking cognitive processes to AI tool usage |
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Man in the digital age, the influence of technology
Description
Digital transformation, the impact of technology on human mental health and the psychological phenomena studied today related to the use of technology |
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Psychology in the digital age
Description
Application of technology and AI tools in psychology research and psychological assistance services |
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Future perspectives for human-technological interaction
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Presentation and continuous work of the discussion, according to the chosen topic
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Presentation and continuous work of the discussion, according to the chosen topic
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Course introduction, technology-human interaction
Description
Course objectives, topics, tasks, deadlines and evaluation criteria. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Application of technology and AI on a daily basis
Description
Seminar on the day-to-day application of student technology and AI |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Human intelligence and cognitive processes
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On site
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Human intelligence and cognitive processes
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Artificial intelligence (AI) and the fundamentals of machine learning
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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AI tools and examples of their use
Description
Seminar on top AI tools and their applications |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Ethical aspects and risks of using technology and AI tools
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Ethical aspects and risks of using technology and AI tools
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Lecture
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Critical thinking and its role in AI usage
Description
Linking cognitive processes to AI tool usage |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Critical thinking and its role in AI usage
Description
Linking cognitive processes to AI tool usage |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Man in the digital age, the influence of technology
Description
Digital transformation, the impact of technology on human mental health and the psychological phenomena studied today related to the use of technology |
-
Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Psychology in the digital age
Description
Application of technology and AI tools in psychology research and psychological assistance services |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Future perspectives for human-technological interaction
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Class/Seminar
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Location
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Future perspectives for human-technological interaction
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Presentation and continuous work of the discussion, according to the chosen topic
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Presentation and continuous work of the discussion, according to the chosen topic
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Mākslīgais intelekts augstākajā izglītībā. RSU, 2024
2.
Explanation in artificial intelligence: Insights from the social sciences (Miller, 2019)
3.
Human- versus Artificial Intelligence (Korteling, et al., 2021)
4.
Cognitive psychology-based artificial intelligence review (Zhao, et al., 2022)
5.
Čukurs, E., Hofmane, A. (2014). Psihiskie procesi. No: Mārtinsone, K., Miltuze, A. (red.), Psiholoģija. 1. grāmata (127. -167. lpp). Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC. (akceptējams izdevums)