KOMPLETTPAKET zum Film "Ex Machina"

The film “Ex Machina” explores the question: Does a soul exist, or is it only matter? Can a machine have a soul? And what ethical obligations arise from this? This worksheet introduces the ideas of dualism and materialism. Students are then encouraged to compare the two positions and apply them to the film.

Die Frage nach der Identität gehört zu den zentralen Themen von “Ex Machina”. Der Film stellt eine der ältesten philosophischen Fragen in einem modernen Gewand: Was macht ein Individuum aus? Wenn eine KI denkt, fühlt und handelt – ist sie dann "jemand"?In diesem Arbeitsblattwerden verschiedene Theorien von René Descartes, John Locke, Derek Parfit und Daniel Dennett kurz vorgegestellt und im Anschluss werden SchülerInnen dazu ermutigt über das Thema zu diskutieren. Die Fragen beziehen sich weitestgehend auf den Film, können aber auch allgemein beantwortet werden.

 film “Ex Machina” deals with AI and the question “what is consciousness?” Can a machine develop consciousness? And what ethical obligations do we have towards artificial intelligence?These questions are more relevant today than ever before. This worksheet therefore introduces the “Hard Problem of Consciousness”, which currently seems unsolvable. Through comprehension questions about the film and the topic of AI in general, students are introduced to the subject and encouraged to ask questions that are relevant to dealing with the technology.

The film “Ex Machina” deals with AI and highly advanced robots. The robots are taught human characteristics. Conversely, it is equally possible to use technological advancements for the evolution of humans.This worksheet deals with the topic of transhumanism. The concept is briefly introduced, and students are then encouraged to discuss the topic. The questions largely relate to the film but can also be answered more generally.