Illah Reza Nourbakhsh Libri

Artificial Intelligence is significantly impacting various aspects of our world, including politics, business, and the economy. This book approaches AI through literary and cultural studies, creating a new framework for understanding its effects on humanity by merging humanities with technical computer science analysis. It offers a cross-disciplinary perspective, essential for equipping students and citizens to navigate the changes AI brings and to understand their roles in shaping a positive future amidst rapid technological advancements. Suitable as a textbook for undergraduates, it is adaptable for younger students and advanced coursework alike. Proven effective in Carnegie Mellon’s Grand Challenge courses, it has received praise from a diverse student body. The book requires no specialized background, making it accessible to all students. As a course textbook, it features discussion questions, a chronological layout for semester courses, and customizable rubrics and assignments. Additionally, it serves as a reading guide, providing in-depth literary and technical analysis alongside assignments from various texts, plays, films, and documentaries. It fosters a comprehensive understanding of how AI is reshaping humanity by examining historical power dynamics, culturally significant keywords, and conceptualizations of future societal trajectories through contemporary and historical narratives.