Universität Wien

200107 SE Advanced Seminar: Work, Economy, and Society (2025W)

Societal Implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 20 - Psychologie
Continuous assessment of course work

Vertiefungsseminare können nur fürs Pflichtmodul B verwendet werden! Eine Verwendung fürs Modul A4 Freie Fächer ist nicht möglich.

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 20 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 08.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 15.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 22.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 29.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 05.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 12.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 19.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 26.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 03.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 17.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 07.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 14.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 21.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A
  • Wednesday 28.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum Psychologie NIG 6.OG A0621A

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Aims:
1. To explore the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and society from a psychological perspective.
2. To critically assess how AI impacts human behaviour, cognition, and social interactions.
3. To examine ethical considerations and societal challenges related to the integration of AI technologies.

Contents:
1. Overview of AI technologies and their societal impact.
2. Human-AI interaction: Trust and autonomy.
3. AI’s transformation of job markets.
4. Psychological effects of automation and job displacement.
5. AI’s role in social inequality.

Methods:
1. Group Discussions/Debate: To foster critical thinking and debate on the societal implications of AI.
2. Presentations: Students will present on specific AI applications and their societal impacts.
3. Research Projects: Students will conduct research on a chosen topic related to AI and its societal implications, resulting in a final paper or presentation.

Assessment and permitted materials

Continuous Assessment: Participation in class discussions, assignments, and group work.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Active Participation: Regular attendance and meaningful contributions to discussions.

Examination topics

No examinations.

Reading list

The reading list will be provided during the seminar.

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Tu 07.10.2025 12:26