Key AI Concepts for Ages 612: Logic, Patterns, and Algorithms

Title

Key AI Concepts for Ages 612: Logic, Patterns, and Algorithms

Creator

Sharma, Eliza; Nigam, Neerja

Description

The digital era is providing new methods of learning, thinking, and problem-solving. Introducing the foundational ideas of AI to young learners helps them adjust to a technology-driven environment more effectively. This study explores effective ways to make young learners aged 6-12 aware of basic AI concepts, including logic, patterns, and algorithms. By utilizing secondary data, the study aims to explore effective pedagogical strategies and challenges in early education related to AI, and provide guidelines for parents and educators. The aim of the study is to enable curriculum designers and educators to design an inclusive stakeholders' model that can be used in primary education to introduce AI literacy in a way that enhances the critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities of young learners. Copyright 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. Copying or distributing in print or electronic forms without written permission of IGI Global Scientific Publishing is prohibited.

Source

AI-Powered Transformations for Ethical Education;pp.201-230

Date

01-01-2026

Publisher

IGI Global

Coverage

Sharma E., Symbiosis International University, India; Nigam N., Christ University, India

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 979-833734984-8; 979-833734982-4; 979-833734983-1;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-4982-4.ch008

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