Kathleen Creel- Arbitrariness, Fairness, and Opportunity in Algorithmic Decision-Making Systems

The course explores the moral and legal implications of arbitrariness in algorithmic decision-making systems, focusing on the issues of fairness and opportunity. Participants will learn about the moral aspects of arbitrariness, the impact of arbitrary decisions at scale, and proposed technical solutions to mitigate harm. The teaching method includes presentations on arbitrariness, moral features, technical solutions, and audience questions. This course is intended for individuals interested in ethics, technology, and the societal impact of algorithmic decision-making systems.