Question for the AI age: do machines and humans learn the same way?
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7)
| Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology |
| Context |
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AI’s Rapid Advancement
- AI has evolved from simple data categorization to performing highly complex tasks.
- In 2024, smartphones were introduced with built-in AI models.
- Five of the seven winners of the 2024 science Nobel Prizes were recognized for AI-related contributions.
How Humans Learn
- Machines can quickly analyze large datasets and predict patterns but struggle with understanding human motives.
- Human intelligence evolved to care for offspring, requiring an understanding of intentions.
- Learning in humans involves both immediate survival needs and adapting to changing environments.
- Unlike machines, human learning is continuous and shaped by real-world interactions.
The Role of Curiosity in Human Learning
- Unlike AI, children are naturally curious and learn by exploring their surroundings.
- Human learning involves multiple senses, making it richer than AI learning.
- AI models rely on pre-fed data, whereas humans acquire knowledge through direct experiences.
Efficiency of Human Learning
- Humans require significantly less data to learn effectively.
- AlphaZero, an AI model, played 40 million chess games to achieve mastery, while humans need only tens of thousands.
- Humans quickly adapt knowledge from one area to another, a skill AI struggles with.
- Human brains process information more slowly than AI networks but make faster decisions using generalization.
| Human Intelligence Vs. Artificial Intelligence |
Where Humans Excel Over AI
Where AI Excels Over Humans
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AI’s Contribution to Understanding Human Learning
- AI models help neuroscientists explore how the brain stores and retrieves memories.
- The success of AI has challenged previous beliefs about human learning processes.
- AI research is advancing symbolic and connectionist models of human cognition.
- Despite AI’s progress, human learning remains unique and distinct.
| Practice Question: Discuss the key differences between human learning and artificial intelligence. How can understanding these differences contribute to advancements in AI and neuroscience? (150 Words /10 marks) |
