Week 1: Introduction to algorithms and the digital society

Week 1: Introduction to algorithms and the digital society What is the premise of an algorithm? (According to BBC Ideas) - ANSWER-data goes in - a set of instructions are followed - then a product comes out What does BBC Ideas say about whether or not we should be scared of algorithms? - ANSWER-We need to worry more about who is designing the algorithms, and not necessarily be scared of the algorithms themselves Why might we fear the people creating algorithms? - ANSWER-Because people creating algorithms insert bias into the systems. Algorithms remove the issue of human error but complications can arise when the humans creating the algorithms make an error. what are the five conceptual components of the Algorithmic Persuasion Framework? (APF) - ANSWER-Input Algorithm Persuasion attempt Persuasion process Persuasion effect