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Gain a foundational knowledge of AI tools to remain relevant and adaptable.
This online course teaches you the skills you need to leverage AI at work, and in life, to be more successful and productive.
This course is for:
- People who want to learn more about AI and how to use it
- Employees hoping to leverage AI tools to be more productive at work
- Anyone who wants to learn how to write effective prompts
What you'll get:
- 90 minutes of instructional video content, broken into digestible lessons
- A workbook with additional exercises and examples
- Instant access to watch and read at your own pace
Through this course, you will:
- Understand the origins of artificial intelligence and common terminology
- Learn how this technology is being applied across different industries
- Determine how you can start using AI tools today
- Discover the tools that are currently available
- Understand some common pitfalls when using AI and how to avoid them
- Gain insight into how to craft effective prompts
- Explore how you can use AI at work, in your small business and in your life
Why choose Smarter by CNBC Make It:
Expert-Led Instruction: Learn from experts with extensive experience in artificial intelligence.
Actionable Insights: This course will teach you how to use AI tools effectively, with practical steps and exercises to help you get started right away.
Comprehensive Curriculum: This course will provide a broad overview of everything you need to know about using AI tools. We’ll guide you through this journey step-by-step, in simple language that is easy to understand, even for those who have never used AI before.
Your Instructors:
Mark Riedl
Dr. Mark Riedl is a professor in the Georgia Tech School of Interactive Computing and associate director of the Georgia Tech Machine Learning Center. Dr. Riedl’s research focuses on human-centered artificial intelligence — the development of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies that understand and interact with human users in more natural and responsible ways. Dr. Riedl’s recent work has focused on generative AI, computational creativity, explainable AI and teaching virtual agents to behave safely.
Rebecca Hinds
Rebecca Hinds is head of the Work Innovation Lab by Asana, a first-of-its-kind think tank that conducts actionable research to help leaders and businesses navigate the growing challenges and changes of work. Hinds earned a Ph.D. at Stanford University, focusing her research on the transformation of organizations through emergent technologies like AI and non-traditional work forms. Passionate about a data-driven, human-centered future of work, Hinds advises companies on adapting to the changing work landscape.
Kelly Daniel
Kelly Daniel is the prompt director for Lazarus AI, where she develops prompting strategies and resources for LLMs and cutting-edge AI technology. Prior to her recent roles with LinkedIn and Meta, Daniel spent over a decade at CNN working for Anderson Cooper, and later served as an executive producer at NBC News. Her current work bridges her careers, blending technology, fact-finding and storytelling, all while continuing her lifelong passion for writing and language.
Course Overview
Module 1: Introduction
- Welcome
- Meet your instructors
Module 2: AI Basics
- AI Basics
- Defining AI jargon
- Brief AI history
- Getting started
- Productivity benefits
- Career benefits
- Popular AI tools
- Common pitfalls
- Applying human judgment
Module 3: How To Write a Good Prompt
- The importance of prompt writing
- Hacks for crafting effective prompts
- Examples of well-crafted prompts
- Mistakes to avoid
Module 4: Real-World Uses of AI
- Using AI at work
- Using AI for career development
- Using AI for data analysis
- Using AI in your small business
- Using AI in your daily life
- Bringing it all together
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Smarter by CNBC Make It a subscription?
Smarter by CNBC Make it is not a subscription.
This means that you will be charged only once for the course you select, and you will not be charged again on an ongoing basis.
After your initial purchase, the course will be available to you for as long as you need it, and you will be able to re-take the course as often as you want.
How many times can I take a Smarter course?
Smarter by CNBC Make It courses are pre-recorded videos, and you can watch them whenever you want (as many times as you want!) on your own schedule.
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How do I download the workbook for my Smarter course?
Once you are enrolled in the course, you will have the option to download the course workbook as a PDF.
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