AI is reshaping how the world works, and those who understand its ethical dimensions are better positioned to lead, design, and govern it in a way that helps everyone. This course, developed by UNESCO, in partnership with LG AI Research, gives you a comprehensive and practical foundation in AI ethics, built for professionals with basic knowledge of AI, who want to learn to make a real difference in how AI is created and used every day, and develop a foresight into embedding ethics in AI products and services.

Global MOOC on the Ethics of AI

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Explain the core principles and frameworks of AI ethics and responsible AI.
Assess ethical risks and societal impacts associated with AI systems.
Apply governance and human rights-based approaches to the development and use of AI.
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July 2026
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