Generative AI Essentials
An 8-part workshop series designed to help adult learners of all ages and tech comfort levels harness generative artificial intelligence for personal and professional growth.
Course Overview
This comprehensive curriculum is designed to help adult learners harness generative artificial intelligence for personal and professional growth. Each session (1-2 hours via live video or self-paced online) includes clear objectives, hands-on activities, and discussions. The workshops emphasize practical skills for productivity, creativity, and ethical AI use, preparing participants for an AI-driven workplace and future.
What You'll Learn
- ✓Understand what generative AI is and the types of content it can create
- ✓Explore popular generative AI tools (ChatGPT, DALL·E, etc.)
- ✓Use AI for creativity and personal projects
- ✓Leverage AI for productivity and professional tasks
- ✓Master prompt engineering techniques
- ✓Verify and fact-check AI-generated content
- ✓Understand ethical considerations and responsible AI use
- ✓Prepare for the future of work with AI
Course Sessions
Introduction to Generative AI
Understand what generative AI is, explore popular tools, and get hands-on experience with AI-driven text and image generation.
- • Types of content AI can create
- • Popular tools: ChatGPT, DALL·E
- • Benefits and limitations
- • First hands-on experience
Generative AI for Creativity
Discover how AI can enhance creative endeavors such as writing, art, storytelling, and personal projects.
- • AI as a creative partner
- • Storytelling and art creation
- • Overcoming creative blocks
- • Human creativity and editing
AI for Productivity
Learn to use AI tools to streamline work tasks, automate repetitive processes, and boost professional efficiency.
- • Email and document drafting
- • Data analysis and summarization
- • Task automation
- • Time-saving strategies
Prompt Engineering
Master the art of crafting effective prompts to get the best results from AI tools.
- • Writing clear, specific prompts
- • Advanced prompting techniques
- • Iterative refinement
- • Best practices and tips
Verifying AI Output
Learn critical thinking skills to evaluate, fact-check, and verify AI-generated content.
- • Identifying AI limitations
- • Fact-checking strategies
- • Cross-referencing sources
- • Quality assessment
Ethics and Responsible AI Use
Explore ethical considerations, privacy concerns, and responsible practices when using AI.
- • Privacy and data security
- • Bias and fairness
- • Attribution and copyright
- • Ethical guidelines
Understanding How AI Works
Get a peek under the hood to understand how generative AI models work (without needing technical expertise).
- • Basic AI concepts
- • Training and learning
- • Model capabilities
- • How predictions work
Future of Work with AI
Prepare for an AI-enhanced workplace and learn how to adapt and thrive in the changing job landscape.
- • AI's impact on jobs
- • Skills for the future
- • Career planning
- • Continuous learning
Course Format
Duration
1-2 hours per session
Format
Live video or self-paced online
Activities
Hands-on exercises and discussions
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