Source Detectives: Demystifying the Black Box

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This document is a guided classroom exercise to help students explore bias in common GenAI tools. Through the “Source Detectives” model of instruction, students will trace AI-generated responses back to the sources used by the machine. The students will practice how to critically engage with material rather than passively accept AI-generated outputs that may reproduce bias.

While this handout explores religious and historical bias in AI, the topics can be switched out to investigate AI bias across any topic (e.g., geography, biology, music theory).

This resource was designed by Brittany Molenda, a member of the 2025-2026 Tanenbaum Network of Inclusive Educators.