The Rise of the Robots: Artificial Intelligence in Science Fiction
March 9-13, 2026
Artificial intelligence has been a popular theme in science fiction for decades. Write an essay exploring how AI has been portrayed in science fiction literature and film. What ethical questions do these stories raise about AI? How do these fictional portrayals compare to real-world AI development? What can we learn from these stories as AI becomes more advanced? Use at least two of the provided sources to support your arguments.
- Minimum 3 paragraphs
- Cite at least 2 sources
- Include an introduction, body paragraphs with evidence, and a conclusion
1. Artificial Intelligence in Science Fiction | Britannica
Overview of AI in science fiction literature
https://www.britannica.com/topic/artificial-intelligenceMLA Citation Format:
"Artificial Intelligence in Science Fiction | Britannica." Website Name, www.britannica.com. Accessed [Date].
2. Robots in Science Fiction | MIT Technology Review
Analysis of robots and AI in science fiction
https://www.technologyreview.com/MLA Citation Format:
"Robots in Science Fiction | MIT Technology Review." Website Name, www.technologyreview.com. Accessed [Date].
3. AI and Ethics in Science Fiction | Scientific American
Exploration of ethical questions raised by AI in science fiction
https://www.scientificamerican.com/MLA Citation Format:
"AI and Ethics in Science Fiction | Scientific American." Website Name, www.scientificamerican.com. Accessed [Date].
4. Isaac Asimov's Robot Stories | Biography
Overview of Isaac Asimov's influential robot stories
https://www.biography.com/writer/isaac-asimovMLA Citation Format:
"Isaac Asimov's Robot Stories | Biography." Website Name, www.biography.com. Accessed [Date].
5. The History of Robots in Science Fiction | Space.com
Historical overview of robots in science fiction
https://www.space.com/topics/science-fictionMLA Citation Format:
"The History of Robots in Science Fiction | Space.com." Website Name, www.space.com. Accessed [Date].
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