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課程名稱	(中) 人工智慧與國際事務專題(6092)
	(Eng.) Seminar on Artificial Intelligence and International Affairs
開課單位	國政所
課程類別	選修	學分	3	授課教師	譚偉恩
選課單位	國政所 / 碩士班	授課使用語言	中/英文	開課學期	1151
課程簡述	Artificial Intelligence (AI) now is a key source of power in the field of international relations (IR), and power is a critical variable in analyzing political and economic affairs. In this regard, AI deeply affects international affairs and the changing nature of IR also affects the development of AI. This course addresses the interplay between AI and international affairs, looking at : (1) the evolution of military technologies, (2 ) how AI affects power distribution in the international system, (3 ) what states are able to develop effective technologies and establish global AI insitutions. The first part of this course is an introduction on the overall structure and rational of the course and discusses the role of technology in IR theory structural realism and social constructivism in particular) and in the modern international system. The second part looks at the evolution of machine learning , focusing on the changes occurred in warfare, the scientific and industrial development, and the impacts of AI, blockchain as well as 5G on present and future global governance. The third part looks at the strategies that actors (sovereign states in particular) can devise in order to increase their technological edge (or to fill a gap). Finally, the last part will focus on the relationship between AI and the distribution of power, addressing the academic debate between SR and SC in modern diplomatic practices.
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The course aims to provide participants with advanced knowledge of the interplay between AI
and international affairs, by looking at:(1) how theories of IR address technological change; (2)
how different actors have dealt with the introduction of AI technologies; and (3) how nations have been promoting technology and innovation policies as a key element to advance their standing in the international arena. At the end of the course participants will acquire skills that allow them to address some meaningful problems caused by AI.

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週次	授課內容
第1週	The detailed course information, including weekly topics, readings, multimedia content, etc., will be shared on the course-specific websites during the first week of the semester 112-1, which commences in September 2023. Access to this information will be limited to officially enrolled students. If anyone who is interested in taking this course, please feel free to contact me via email.（The teaching content for each week provided below is for reference only, and the instructor of this course reserves the right to make adjustments and modifications）
第2週	Overview of artificial intelligence and its relevance to global politics Historical context and development of AI in the international arena
第3週	AI applications in diplomatic communication and negotiation The role of AI in analyzing international agreements and conflicts
第4週	AI’s impact on military strategies and warfare Ethical considerations of AI in security and defense
第5週	AI adoption in domestic and international governance Implications for political decision-making and policy formation
第6週	AI-driven economic competition and implications for trade and investment AI’s influence on economic development and cooperation between nations
第7週	The role of AI in cybersecurity and cyber warfare Challenges and prospects for international cybersecurity cooperation
第8週	The ethical dimensions of AI in human rights issues AI and surveillance, privacy, and freedom of expression
第9週	1st assignment of self-directed learning
第10週	AI’s potential impact on global institutions and governance structures Prospects for international collaboration and regulation of AI technologies
第11週	Exploring the implications of AI-enabled autonomous weapons The role of AI in shaping the future of warfare and conflict resolution
第12週	Societal challenges and opportunities of AI in international politics Examining AI’s impact on labor, inequality, and social stability
第13週	Policy considerations for harnessing AI’s potential while mitigating risks
第14週	The role of AI in enhancing economic growth, productivity, and innovation AI-driven entrepreneurship and the digital economy
第15週	AI’s influence on international trade patterns and supply chains Regulatory challenges and ethical considerations in AI-driven finance
第16週	Assessing the impact of AI on jobs and the workforce Policy considerations for addressing labor market disruptionsfnd assignment of self-directed learning Semester-end Presentation
自主學習內容	01.參與專業論壇、講座、企業分享等產官學研相關交流活動 02.閱覽產業及學術相關多媒體資料 05.參與本校各單位舉辦之各類工作坊活動

學習評量方式

1. 30%：2次自主學習作業：每次不超過500字
2. 40%：課程參與（本課程不點名；軀體在教室，靈魂不在沒有意義啦）
3. 30%：期末報告（紙本/口頭擇一；請修課者依自己期末實際情況做選擇，如果困難或需協助，請向我尋求支援）

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