AI Bias Hunter

This worksheet helps students in Grades 6, 7, and 8 explore how bias can appear in AI-generated recommendations and advertisements. By closely reading promotional language and analyzing product suggestion lists, students practice persuasive text analysis, evidence-based reasoning, digital literacy, critical evaluation, and algorithm awareness while learning how AI systems may prioritize certain products due to marketing influence or partnerships.

Learning Goals

• Analyzing Persuasive Bias (Grades 6-8) – Students identify exaggerated claims, emotional appeals, and misleading wording in advertising text.
• Detecting Algorithmic Patterns – Learners examine recommendation lists to spot signs of biased ranking or promotional influence.
• Evidence-Based Explanations – Students write short explanations using textual evidence to support their conclusions.
• Understanding Algorithmic Bias – The activity builds awareness of how AI systems can reflect commercial priorities rather than fairness.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed to align with ELA standards, digital citizenship goals, and technology education outcomes.
• Real-World Application – Uses familiar examples like product ads and recommendations to make abstract concepts concrete.
• Flexible Implementation – Suitable for independent work, group discussion, media-literacy units, or technology lessons.
• Supports Critical Thinkers – Structured prompts guide students to question sources and evaluate intent without overwhelming them.

This printable worksheet builds media literacy, critical thinking, bias detection, and evidence-based writing skills through meaningful, real-life scenarios. By learning to question AI-driven recommendations and recognize marketing influence, students become more informed digital citizens. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool setting, this resource supports thoughtful analysis, responsible technology use, and a deeper understanding of how algorithms shape everyday choices.

This worksheet is part of our Spotting AI Worksheets collection.