Descriptions, Reviews, etc.
Description:
Discover how AI is changing the world--from robotic farmers in Japan to AI-powered wildlife conservation in Africa--in this nonfiction book for young readers.
Brief description:
Tammy Enz holds a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a master's degree in journalism and mass communications. She teaches at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and has written dozens of books on science and engineering topics for young people.
Review Quotes: This timely and engaging book examines uses of AI across diverse domains, including education, personal health, environmental conservation, and urban management. It highlights applications such as reducing poaching and deforestation, predicting weather patterns, optimizing crop selection, and improving traffic flow and public safety in cities globally. The text also discusses how AI can advance space science through data analysis and robotics. In addition to showcasing AI's broad capabilities, the book addresses critical issues, such as source reliability and fairness, emphasizing the importance of information literacy. Key terms and a glossary are provided, and multiple global examples illustrate the extensive uses of AI. Part of the AI and Your World series (4 titles), this entry maintains a balanced perspective by not portraying AI as flawless or as a substitute for human judgment.--Beth McGuire "Booklist"
