AI Journey 6-8 (CBSE)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Course for Grades 6–8

This three-year AI program introduces middle school students to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence, its applications, and its growing role in society. Through hands-on activities, real-world examples, and project-based learning, students will gain an understanding of what AI is, how it works, and how it can be applied responsibly to solve problems and improve lives. Each grade builds deeper understanding—from the basics of intelligence and AI, to applying AI for societal good, to mastering the AI project cycle and ethical considerations.

Learning Objectives by Grade

Grade 6

• Understand the concept of intelligence and how AI mimics human thinking.
• Identify the difference between automation and AI, with examples from daily life.
• Recognize and describe common AI applications (e.g., digital assistants, navigation, recommendations).
• Explain the three core domains of AI: Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, and Statistical Data.
• Experience basic AI activities using creative digital tools.

Grade 7

• Recap and classify the main domains of AI and their real-life applications.
• Explore Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Statistical Data, and how AI interprets language and numbers.
• Analyze the use of AI in daily technology (grammar checkers, chatbots, data analysis).
• Understand the importance of sustainability and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Apply systems thinking to model complex problems and discuss how AI can help build a sustainable society.

Grade 8

• Understand the stages of the AI Project Cycle: Problem Scoping, Data Acquisition, Exploration, Modeling, Evaluation, and Deployment.
• Apply the 4Ws framework to define and scope problems suitable for AI solutions.
• Collect, organize, and visualize data for analysis and AI modeling.
• Distinguish between rule-based and learning-based AI models, and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Analyze the ethical implications of AI, including bias, privacy, and responsible use, and engage in debates on AI’s societal impact.