suitable for
Children, teenagers, parents and educators who want an accessible introduction to AI.
Recording
AI Basics for Children and Teenagers
A free five-lesson course by Sadaf Tajik introducing the internet, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, neural networks and deep learning in simple language.
AI Basics for Children and Teenagers
Start understanding intelligent technology with the difference between the internet and AI. Everyday examples then introduce connected devices, neural networks and deep learning. The lessons are in Persian and require no programming or advanced mathematics.
course instructorSadaf TajikPooka Digital Cafe: technology and programming education
Visit the instructor’s Aparat channelWhat will you learn?
- What Is the Internet, and How Is It Different from AI?
- How the Internet and AI Work Together: Recommendations and Smart Cities
- What Is the Internet of Things? Connected Devices and Smart Homes
- The Human Brain and Artificial Neural Networks, Simply Explained
- What Is Deep Learning, and How Does AI Learn from Examples?
Suggested learning approach
Watch the lessons in order and try the suggested practice on each page. Pause the video when needed, revisit difficult sections, and review your work with a parent or educator.
Frequently asked questions
Is the course free? Yes. All currently available lessons are free, and you can watch them without purchasing or signing in.
Are the videos in Persian? Yes. The videos retain the instructor’s Persian audio. Descriptions and the learning path are also available in the English site edition.
Does this list include future lessons? This page contains the videos available in the playlist at publication. The current lesson count is shown at the top of the page.
Course introduction
Start understanding intelligent technology with the difference between the internet and AI. Everyday examples then introduce connected devices, neural networks and deep learning. The lessons are in Persian and require no programming or advanced mathematics.
prerequisite
Internet access and a phone, tablet or computer; no programming knowledge required.
final output
Recognize the difference between the internet and AI and understand the basic ideas behind connected devices, neural networks and deep learning.
Course topics
Each step has its own page, a practical explanation and a synergistic section for questions and answers.
1
What Is the Internet, and How Is It Different from AI?
Start with simple definitions of the internet and artificial intelligence. Learn to distinguish the network that carries information from technology that finds patterns in data, and recognize their roles in everyday tools.
2
How the Internet and AI Work Together: Recommendations and Smart Cities
Examples such as film recommendations, connected devices and city services show how the internet and AI work together. The lesson introduces the roles of connectivity and data analysis, along with basic ethical questions about intelligent technology.
3
What Is the Internet of Things? Connected Devices and Smart Homes
Explore the Internet of Things through smart lights and robot vacuums. Alongside connected-device applications, consider security, privacy and the management of devices that communicate over the internet.
4
The Human Brain and Artificial Neural Networks, Simply Explained
A simple introduction to neural networks, neurons, inputs, processing and outputs. Explore learning from data and finding patterns while considering how artificial intelligence differs from human thinking.
5
What Is Deep Learning, and How Does AI Learn from Examples?
After reviewing neural networks, explore deep learning and training with examples and images. The lesson also considers differences between human and machine learning and the role of creative, curious people in working with AI.