Summary of Developing and Evaluating a Design Method For Positive Artificial Intelligence, by Willem Van Der Maden et al.
Developing and Evaluating a Design Method for Positive Artificial Intelligence
by Willem van der Maden, Derek Lomas, Paul Hekkert
First submitted to arxiv on: 2 Feb 2024
Categories
- Main: Artificial Intelligence (cs.AI)
- Secondary: None
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| High | Paper authors | High Difficulty Summary Read the original abstract here |
| Medium | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Medium Difficulty Summary The proposed Positive AI design method aims to tackle the challenges of developing “AI for good” by providing a human-centered process to translate wellbeing aspirations into concrete practices. The four-step method includes contextualizing, operationalizing, optimizing, and implementing wellbeing, supported by continuous measurement for feedback cycles. A multiple case study found that novice designers applying the method revealed strengths and weaknesses related to efficacy and usability. An expert evaluation study rated the quality of the resulting concepts moderately high for feasibility, desirability, and plausibility of achieving intended wellbeing benefits. The studies provide preliminary validation of the method’s ability to improve AI design, while surfacing areas needing refinement like developing support for complex steps. |
| Low | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Low Difficulty Summary Artificial intelligence is becoming more important in our daily lives, but we need to make sure it has a positive impact on society. One way to do this is by creating “AI for good” that aligns with human values. However, we lack effective methods for achieving this goal. A new design method called Positive AI aims to address this gap by providing a process for translating wellbeing aspirations into practical solutions. The four-step method includes understanding the context, making it work, making adjustments, and putting it into practice. A study found that people who used the method were able to create ideas that were moderately good at achieving their goals. |
