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Start Date
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Price
$49.00
Credential
Digital Badge
Length
1 Week
Commitment
3-5 Hours
Format
Asynchronous
Beginner's Guide to Gen AI
Course Description
AI Jumpstart is a foundational course that introduces learners to the world of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). You’ll explore how AI has evolved, what makes GenAI different from traditional systems, and how it’s reshaping creativity, communication, and productivity. Through hands-on activities, prompt engineering practice, and guided experimentation, you’ll build the confidence to use AI tools effectively and responsibly. This course is perfect for anyone looking to get started with GenAI, no technical background required.
Learning Objectives
- Identify core concepts of generative AI, including its capabilities, limitations, and modalities
- Explain ethical considerations and responsible practices when using generative AI tools
- Demonstrate use of generative AI by creating and refining prompts
- Discuss personal experiences with generative AI, including benefits and challenges
Target Learner
This course is designed for professionals, educators, and lifelong learners who are new to generative AI or looking to build a solid foundation. Whether you’ve never used ChatGPT or are ready to explore new modalities like image and music generation, this course meets you where you are and helps you apply AI in a safe, strategic, and creative way.
Course Topics
- Generative Artificial Intelligence
- Prompt Engineering
Meet the Course Developer
Cassie Mallette
Program Manager for the AI Learning Lab and Senior Instructional Designer
Policies
This non-credit course is offered online using the Canvas LMS, over a 1-week period. It is asynchronous, but not self-paced. You will have a total of 21 days to complete the course. The 21 days to complete begins on the day of enrollment and under no circumstances will extensions be given. The course is approximately 3-5 hours. You will be assessed throughout the course to demonstrate proficiency on the subject matter. You must pass all assessments before receiving the course badge.
Refunds: Please note the course price does not include any credit card processing fees required by our vendor. Refunds can be issued within 48 hours of registration; no refunds will be given after the course has begun.