Artificial Intelligence 

Credit gained: 0.5 High School Credit

Prerequisites

None.

Course description

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a project-based semester course for 9th and 10th grade students. It fosters AI literacy, data literacy, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills. Course topics include AI fundamentals, Big Data, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Machine Learning algorithms, Impact of AI on individuals and societies, and responsible AI practices. Students use a plethora of tools such as programming interfaces, AI applications, and spreadsheets in a real-world context.

Course Start/End Date:

  • Fall 2024 Session: October 14, 2024 - December 20, 2024 

  • Winter 2025 Session: February 3, 2025 - April 11, 2025

  • Summer 2025 Session: June 23 - July 11

Course Duration: 10 weeks

Minimum Enrollment: 5 Students

Fellow/Online Instructor: Nikolopoulos, Andreas

Cost: 450 Euros

Fellow/Online Instructor(s)

Nikolopoulos, Andreas, Fellow

Mr. Nikolopoulos was born in Athens, Greece. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from the National Kapodistrian University of Athens and a Master's Degree in Computer Applications from the University of West Attica. Prior to ACS Athens, Mr. Nikolopoulos worked in various private educational institutions working with kids from ages 12 to 18. In addition, he worked as a professor at the University Independent Studies of Technology.

Mr Nikolopoulos will be teaching at ACS Athens for 5th year and he will be teaching Computer Science in grades 8 and 7 and Robotics in grade 6 and 7.

Mr. Nikolopoulos believes highly in meeting all students' needs while inspiring them to reach their full potential. Furthermore, he wants students to understand the importance of Computer Science and how this connects to their everyday life.

His interests include reading books, watching movies, and is a member of a Movie Club. Mr. Nikolopoulos is also a member of the Forest Fire Protection Volunteers and often acts as a volunteer guard on the mountain of Ymittos.

email: nikolopoulosa@acs.gr