Artificial Intelligence is often seen as a leap into the unknown—but it’s also the latest chapter in humanity’s long story of innovation. In this course, we explore the emergence of AI, how it works, and how it fits into the wider history of technology. We demystify the basic concepts behind AI, examine its growing role in daily life, and reflect on the ethical questions it raises. We even try it out. No technical background is needed, just curiosity. Together, we consider the promises, risks, and future of AI in a rapidly changing world. This course uses the Hybrid format which allows students to participate remotely and/or in the classroom.This course will be recorded. Students will have access to videos for the duration of the course.
Hybrid course: combination of in-person and live-online. Plus members pay only $28 for this course. Visitors not permitted.
You must be at least 50 years old and a current member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA to enroll in this course. If your membership has expired or if you wish to become a new member, please proceed with enrolling in courses and you will be automatically prompted to add a membership during checkout.
If you participate remotely, please download a free version of Zoom at https://zoom.us/ to participate in this course.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from July 28, 2025 to November 09, 2025
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Nov 5, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114
Lecture
Wed Nov 12, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114
Lecture
Wed Nov 19, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114
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