Thursday: September 11, 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon
Bethany Congregational Church 556 N. Hope Avenue, Santa Barbara
VISTAS member price: $20; non-member price $30
Presented by: Norah Dunbar
This lecture will offer a beginner-friendly introduction to artificial intelligence (AI), focusing on what AI is, how it works, and how it impacts our everyday lives. Designed for a general audience with little to no technical background, the presentation will demystify common AI concepts, provide real-world examples, and offer guidance on how to think critically about AI tools such as ChatGPT. We’ll start with a brief history of AI, from Turing to today, then cover some definitions and common myths. We’ll discuss the difference between AI, machine learning, and deep learning. We’ll also look at ethical considerations and misuse. At the conclusion, attendees will have a foundational understanding of AI's capabilities, limitations, and implications for the future.
This course is now full- please email Nichole at vistas@vistaslifelonglearning.org to be added to the waitlist in case of any cancellations.