Rule Based Decision Making Versus AI based Decision Making

Task:
Using the provided articles, answer the following questions:

Article 1: Pecan Blog

1. List six features of rule-based systems.
2. List six main features of AI-based decision-making systems.
3. What is the difference between Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence?
4. Why are AI (Machine Learning) systems considered a better approach to decision-making?

Articles 2 & 3:

• RapidCanvas Guide
• TechTarget Feature

1. What is a rule-based system?
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of rule-based systems?
3. What are the applications of both rule-based and AI-based decision-making systems?

Further Activity (Watch the Video Shared)

A great video explaining the difference between rule-based decision-making and AI-based decision-making is "The AI vs Rule Based Debate: Understanding the Differences" on YouTube. This video explores how rule-based systems rely on predefined "if-then" rules, while AI-based systems, powered by machine learning, adapt dynamically to data and evolving scenarios. It also highlights the practical applications and limitations of both approaches, making it an excellent resource for gaining a clear understanding of their distinctions.

You can watch the video here

Digital Society Paper 3 Pre-release Material: Activity 1 & 2

 See below the pre-release material for Paper 3 May 2025.

PRE-RELEASE STATEMENT

1. What is the title of the pre-release statement?
2. Under which Higher-Level (HL) topic is the pre-release statement grounded?
3. What are the area(s) of inquiry the pre-release statement focuses on?
4. Identify the four areas where data-driven approaches are used for selecting applicants.
5. What concerns do HR departments have about using data-driven approaches in applicant selection?
6. Name the two interventions presented in the pre-release statement.
7. How do the two interventions differ from each other?
8. Who are the main stakeholders mentioned in the pre-release statement?

Activity 2: Additional terminology

Write brief notes on the following terminology

• Conditional rule
• Data-driven approach
• Data sets
• Consisting of data points based on applicant attributes
• Decision-making tools
• Artificial intelligence (AI)-based
• Rule-based
• Decision tree
• Domain expert
• Qualitative data
• Quantitative data
• Screening processes
• Screening tools
• Supervised machine learning
• Training data