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Reinforcement Learning

A training method where AI learns by trial and error, receiving rewards or penalties.

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K–5th
Reinforcement learning is like a video game where the computer learns by trying things, getting points when it does well!


6–8th
AI tries different actions and learns from rewards or penalties, kind of like how you get XP or lose lives in a game.


9–12th
Reinforcement learning is a feedback-based AI training method where agents learn strategies through actions and rewards, often used in robotics and game AI.

Expeditions

K–5th
Set up a game where students move through a maze getting “rewards” (stickers) for good moves. Connect this to how AI learns.


6–8th
Simulate a decision tree with rewards. Students test paths and learn the best strategy.


9–12th
Explore a basic reinforcement learning simulation (e.g., AI playing pong). Observe how performance improves over time.

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