Is My Phone Reading My Mind?

The real facts about artificial intelligence

Matt Agnew

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English

Allen & Unwin
30 July 2024

Children's & Educational; Science & technology: general interest (Children's&YA); Educational: IT & computing, ICT

When you think of AI, you might imagine a walking, talking robot or you might think of a giant computer that wants to take over the world, but the reality is that AI is a brilliant human invention that can be found in nearly every modern device from our computers to our cars.

AI can seem scary at times, so working out where we use AI and why is an important part of making the best of this exciting technology. So, what is an algorithm and can it help you choose pizza? Can ChatGPT do your homework? And when you watch TV, is it watching you back? All these questions and more about AI are answered in a fun, funny and engaging way.

Dr Matt Agnew has a Doctorate in Astrophysics and a Masters in Artificial Intelligence and believes in making STEM accessible for everyone.

By: Matt Agnew
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 250mm, Width: 208mm,
ISBN: 9781761180446
ISBN 10: 1761180444
Pages: 104
Publication Date: 30 July 2024
Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Dr Matt Agnew is more than a scientist and a self-confessed nerd - he's a communications powerhouse making STEM fun and accessible for everyone. With myriad appearances across media channels, and a social media profile with a wide and varied audience, Dr Matt is a passionate and engaging scientist who has worn many hats - as an engineer, an astrophysicist, and an artificial intelligence expert - and has become a popular commentator on the latest happenings in the world of science. Dr Matt has a Doctorate in Astrophysics and a Masters in Artificial Intelligence, and is one of Australia's leading 'edutainers'. He was born in Adelaide, raised in Perth and now lives in Melbourne with his dog Pluto.

Reviews for Is My Phone Reading My Mind?: The real facts about artificial intelligence

"""Dr Matt explains in a fun and helpful way what AI is all about. A must-have guide for tech-challenged parents (like me) and their better-informed kids!"" Jessica Rowe ""Wow! This book is a must-read for tweens and their parents, trying to navigate the brave new world of artificial intelligence. Matt uses every tool in his kit, including analogy, metaphor and story-telling, to simplify the ethical conundrums surrounding this constellation of technologies. He brings the subject to life with examples from the home to the classroom. The writing jumps off the page. Funny, clever and enlightening, this is the handbook we need to solve the problems posed by AI for the next generation. Equipping tweens with this information now will help them to identify and reduce bias, creating a more equitable future for all. Is My Phone Reading My Mind? should be compulsory reading in every school across the country."" Tracey Spicer AM Journalist, broadcaster, and author of Man-Made: How the bias of the past is being built into the future"