Through this course, we will demystify what AI truly is—exploring both its capabilities and its limitations. With this knowledge, you will be equipped to navigate this technological landscape, making informed decisions about how and when to harness its potential.
Writing with Generative AI
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
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5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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March 2025
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There are 4 modules in this course
After this module, you will be able to define generative AI Large Language Models or LLMs. You will be able to explore common AI tools and discuss the benefits and limitations of the various tools. You will also be able to identify the pros and cons of AI and writing.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts1 plugin
After this module, you will be able to describe the components of context that are needed for effective writing. You will be able to identify the purpose, audience, issue, and context given different situations. You will also be able to analyze style and tone of a given purpose and audience.
What's included
4 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
After this module, you will be able to assess privacy and intellectual property considerations of using Generative AI. You will be able to examine AI user agreements and be able to determine ownership of intellectual property. You will be able to consider your own ethical stance and views in regards to using Generative AI, and finally you will be able to recognize how machine learning learns and how it will impact the information of the world.
What's included
2 videos2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
After this module, you will be able to evaluate and analyze AI outputs. You will be able to discuss the advantages ad disadvantages of using AI in writing and identify the limitations of using AI.
What's included
2 videos4 readings1 discussion prompt
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