1.1.7 Summary

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What have we learnt in this module?

AI lets computers think and learn like humans by finding patterns in data. Through machine learning, AI can make smart decisions even with new information. You see AI everyday – from language translation to product recommendations to self-driving cars!

While AI is amazing, it’s not perfect. It can show bias from training data and sometimes makes mistakes (called hallucinations).

That’s why we need humans to guide and monitor AI systems.

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Review of Learning Objectives

We have come to the end of the self-paced learning for this module. Let’s review our learning in this module. Are you able to answer the following?

  1. Define the field of AI.
  2. Explain how AI functions at a basic level, including how AI technology is trained to learn from data.
  3. Describe the capabilities and limitations of AI tools.
  4. Recognize the importance of human oversight when using AI.

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    Sunethra Avatar
    Sunethra

    A very Interesting module. Clarified all my doubts.


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    Saku Yatigammana

    The module is informative and presented in a simple way to understand well. Highly appreciated using different approaches as a talk, podcast, and reading materials.


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    Rukshika Sandamini

    The module is informative and interesting.


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    sugandika kumarasinghe (LB1)

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    Shiyama Arundathie

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    Sahan Heenatikumbura

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    This module is really useful.


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    ishankawijeweera

    I truly appreciate the thoughtful way in which you have designed the course, taking into consideration the diverse learning styles of participants. Providing the option to download the reading materials at the end is also highly beneficial.


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    honeyjho.jvt0701

    AI is very useful to make human work easier..


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    Nayomi Isanka

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    B.W.W. Kanchana

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    W.R.S. Wickramanayaka

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    Deepika Priyadarshani

    Good job


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    Thangavel Jamuna

    The modules are informative and very interesting.I understood some new things related to AI.really I got an amazing idea from the modules.


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    W.M.C.L.Karunathilaka

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    K. Lahiru Dilshan

    Good assignment


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    hashinidinushika502

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    snuwangika4

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    Annamalai Yogesparam

    1) AI know as its a powerful tool that helps humans do more, but it has limits and needs humans to guide it
    2 this is very nice to do our official and all personal needs. It’s on of the esuper tool


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    dharshinidhachu006 Avatar
    dharshinidhachu006

    Defining AI: You should now be able to explain what artificial intelligence is and how it differs from traditional software.

    Basic Functioning: You understand how AI learns from data—through training models, pattern recognition, and feedback loops.

    Capabilities vs. Limitations: You can identify what AI tools are good at (like automation and pattern detection) and where they fall short (like emotional intelligence or ethical judgment).

    Human Oversight: You recognize why human involvement is essential—to ensure accuracy, fairness, and responsible use.


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    prabagalahi

    Its a great opportunity to brush up knowledge in AI tools.


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    R.M.N.V. Ranathunga Avatar
    R.M.N.V. Ranathunga

    A very informative and well-structured module. The content was clear and easy to understand, and it helped clarify my doubts. Highly appreciated


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    kumarasamisharmila

    This module is very interesting and useful and clarify all things


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    Very interesting and easy to learn more


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    saarangirathnayaka

    it is very valuable


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    dilhanimk

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    isuriapsaraofficial

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    Mailvaganampasindu

    A very simple interesting model very nice


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    saranjit.k

    Informative session


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    jovydalumay

    This module is very interesting and useful helpful; I would love to learn more about
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    maylenemaylas8024

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    airafayedegrcia

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    rcharlotte302@gmail.com

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    kiamhwa

    Find module difficult for senior citizen. Need some time to figure out. Hope to complete course because I find it interesting and informative.


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