- Level Beginner
- Duration 6 hours
- Course by University of Michigan
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With the rise of generative artificial intelligence, there has been a growing demand to explore how to use these powerful tools not only in our work but also in our day-to-day lives. Generative AI Essentials: Overview and Impact introduces learners to large language models and generative AI tools, like ChatGPT. In this course, you'll explore generative AI essentials, how to ethically use artificial intelligence, its implications for authorship, and what regulations for generative AI could look like. This course brings together University of Michigan experts on communication technology, the economy, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, architecture, and law to discuss the impacts of generative AI on our current society and its implications for the future.
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Modules
Welcome to the Generative AI Essentials Course
1
Discussions
- Introduce Yourself
4
Readings
- Welcome to Generative AI Essentials: Overview and Impact!
- Ground Rules for Engagement
- Meet the Contributors
- Pre-Course Survey
Introduction to Generative AI
1
Assignment
- Quiz 1
1
Discussions
- Sharing Examples of GenAI
3
Videos
- What is AI? What is ChatGPT?
- What is Generative AI? What are Large Language Models (LLMs)?
- Generative AI in Art and Architecture
4
Readings
- What is AI and ChatGPT?
- ⭐️ Practice Using Generative AI
- Introduction to GenAI APIs
- Optional: Supplemental Resources
Human Engagement with Generative AI
1
Assignment
- Quiz 2
1
Discussions
- Considering GenAI’s Humanlike Output
4
Videos
- Generative AI’s Perceived Accuracy
- Implications of ChatGPT's Humanlike Output
- Humanlike Output & Logical Reasoning
- Writing Good Prompts for ChatGPT
4
Readings
- Generative AI’s Humanlike Output
- Pros & Cons of ChatGPT's Humanlike Response
- ⭐️ Practice Optimizing Prompts
- Optional: Supplemental Resources
Ethical & Legal Implications
1
Assignment
- Quiz 3
1
Discussions
- Addressing Ethical Considerations
8
Videos
- Setting the Scene: Ethics in GenAI
- Plagiarism & Attribution
- Output Ownership & Monetization
- Bias in GenAI Training Data
- Representation in GenAI Training Data
- Bias & Discrimination in GenAI Output
- Data Privacy
- Hallucinations
6
Readings
- Ethical & Legal Implications of Using Generative AI
- Citing ChatGPT
- Deep Fakes
- ⭐️ Practice Identifying Flaws in GenAI Outputs
- Optional: Government Regulation
- Optional: Supplemental Resources
Impact on Society & Industry
3
Videos
- Society’s Response to New Technology
- Effects on Human Capital
- Prompt Engineering
3
Readings
- Impact on Society & Industry
- Short and Long-term Economic and Societal Impacts
- Sustainable and Responsible GenAI
Impact on Business
1
Assignment
- Quiz 4
1
Discussions
- Reflect on Your Learning Journey of Generative AI
4
Videos
- GenAI, Business, & Entrepreneurship
- Challenges for Businesses
- Emerging Trends on Using GenAI in Business
- Future Opportunities for GenAI Technologies
5
Readings
- Impact on Business
- ⭐️ Practice Writing Emails with GenAI
- Optional: Supplemental Resources
- Unlocking the Future of Generative AI
- Post-Course Survey

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