Year 10 - Computing
Deepfakes and trust
Using data science and AI tools effectively and safely
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils will explore how data science and AI tools are having an impact on our daily lives. They will develop an understanding of how to use these tools effectively as well as an awareness of the issues relating to trust, bias and misinformation.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to define and explain the risks and benefits of deepfake technology.
Key Notes
- Deepfakes are synthetic media created using artificial intelligence to manipulate or generate visual and audio content.
- Deepfakes can be used for both positive and negative purposes.
- Deepfake technology can manipulate a person's face, voice, or actions in a way that looks authentic.
Vocabulary To Learn
- misinformation: false or inaccurate information
- manipulate: to trick, deceive, or influence people to change their belief about something
- deepfake: a fake video, picture, or sound made with AI technology that looks or sounds real, but isn't
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Deepfakes are easy to spot because they always look fake or glitchy
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
Deepfakes are synthetic media created using artificial intelligence to manipulate or generate visual and audio content. Deepfakes can be used for both positive and negative purposes.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'misinformation'
false or inaccurate information. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: Deepfakes are easy to spot because they always look fake or glitchy. Correction: Many deepfakes today are highly realistic and difficult to detect, especially when viewed quickly or shared on social media. As technology improves, deepfakes can mimic real people's voices and faces with convincing detail.
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