Google's Self Driving Bicycle

By Thomas Hammerlund -


This video could be a good one to use for media literacy. I asked ChatGPT to use Stanford's Civic Online Reasoning framework to evaluate the video. The Civic Online Reasoning framework is the following:


Fact checkers prioritize these questions:

Who’s behind the information?

What’s the evidence?

What do other sources say?




PROMPT
I have an april fools video from google showing a self driving bicycle. I want to use it to teach media literacy using the Standford civic online reasoning  framework. help me think of some questions  I could ask about the video to verify if it is true or not.


ChatGPT
Certainly! The Stanford Civic Online Reasoning framework is a great tool for analyzing media content critically. Here are some questions you could use to assess the credibility of the April Fool's video about the self-driving bicycle:


Source Evaluation:
  • Who created this video? Is it from a reputable source?
  • Does the source have a history of producing satire or humor?
  • Is there any indication that this video was produced as part of an April Fool's joke or prank
Contextual Analysis:
  • What is the purpose of the video? Is it purely informative, or does it seem intended to entertain or deceive?
  • Are there any inconsistencies or unrealistic elements in the video that raise doubts about its authenticity?
  • Does the video include any disclaimers or cues that it is not meant to be taken seriously?
Content Examination:
  • What specific features of the self-driving bicycle are showcased in the video?
  • Are there any technical details provided about how the self-driving mechanism works?
  • Do experts or credible sources in the field of technology or transportation provide commentary or analysis on the feasibility of such a technology?
Cross-Referencing:
  • Can similar technologies or concepts be found in real-world applications or research?
  • Are there any news articles or reports discussing the development of self-driving bicycles or similar inventions?
  • Have reputable organizations or experts commented on the video's authenticity?
Critical Thinking:
  • What are the potential implications if self-driving bicycles were indeed real?
  • How might the public react to the introduction of such technology?
  • What ethical considerations should be taken into account when developing and implementing self-driving vehicles, including bicycles?
Corroboration:
  • Have other credible sources or videos corroborated the claims made in this video?
  • Is there any additional evidence or data available to support or refute the claims presented in the video?

I think it did a pretty good job. Of course, I would go in an tweak some things, but not bad for a first pass.

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