02.535 Humanistic Design: Ethics, Care and Accountability in the Age of AI

Course description

This course examines the evolving challenges and responsibilities of leadership in the era of artificial intelligence (AI). Drawing from the adage, “With great power comes great responsibility,” we explore what moral responsibility entails for leaders when AI is part of the decision-making process. What do we mean by a “good” leader? Is it only a matter of efficiency, or does the “good” also involve a specific ethical capability? What obligations do leaders face, and how do their rights and responsibilities change with the integration of AI?

This course will deal with the specific ethical issues arising from a position of leadership in the era of AI, considering not just efficiency but also ethical capabilities, especially in diverse contexts like war, business, and politics. We will look at connected themes, such as authority, power, governance, and technology, to address how leaders’ rights and responsibilities evolve with AI implementation and explore key ethical issues leaders face today.

Instructor

Setsuko Yokoyama

Number of credits: 12