Using Artificial Intelligence in Citizenship Education Classes

This diploma thesis explores the possibilities of using artificial intelligence in education, with a particular emphasis on its application in citizenship education. The theoretical part provides a comprehensive overview of the types of artificial intelligence, its learning methods and its historical development. Particular attention is paid to generative artificial intelligence, its benefits, risks and specific applications for use in school practice. Attention is also paid to the ethical aspects of its integration into the educational environment. The thesis also analyses the connection of artificial intelligence with key competences according to the Framework Educational Programme for Primary Education and presents education for citizenship in its context. It also includes an overview of current initiatives and projects aimed at integrating artificial intelligence into education in general and those that focus specifically on citizenship education. The practical part of the thesis contains suggestions for lessons that link citizenship education with AI. These lessons include activities with chatbots and other AI applications, most of which have been practically tested to verify their effectiveness and benefits for teaching. It also shows how educators can use AI to simplify their work.