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Machine learning (ML)

A type of AI, the type that is currently dominant, which uses algorithms and statistical models to analyse big data, identify data patterns, draw inferences and adapt, without specific step-by-step instructions.

Source:
Holmes, W., Persson, J., Chounta, I.A., Wasson, B., Dimitrova, V., Council of Europe 2019, Artificial intelligence and education. A critical view through the lens of human rights, democracy and the rule of law.

The scientific field that gives machines the ability to learn – from “experience” (training data) – without being strictly programmed to perform a task.

Source:
United Nations Economic and Social Commision of Western Asia, UNESCWA, Glossary of Statistical Terms, (accessed 10/2022)
United Nations Economic and Social Commision of Western Asia, UNESCWA, Glossary of Statistical Terms, (accessed 10/2022)
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