GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities
About This Course
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Course Dates: Jan 5, 2025 - Mar 24, 2025
Cost: Free (Option to purchase the $39 badge upon completion)
Estimated Completion Time: 4 to 6 hours, depending upon participant's pace
Digital Credential: Credly-backed “GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities” digital credential is available for purchase upon completion of all required assignments
- Please note that individuals from countries listed under U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) are ineligible to participate in the course.
Description
Unlock the full potential of Generative AI (GenAI) with the self-paced GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities micro-course from the University of South Florida. Whether you’re curious about the basics or ready to supercharge your productivity, this course is your gateway to understanding and using GenAI in meaningful ways including leveraging GenAI thoughtfully and ethically.
The course contains three main modules:
- Demystifying AI and Prompt Engineering
- AI and Education
- AI and the Future of Work
Designed for Learners of All Levels
This course is open to anyone who is interested in learning more about GenAI. Whether you're a student, professional, or just someone who is curious about the possibilities of AI, this free course is perfect for you.
Participant Code of Conduct
We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment for all participants in this course. To maintain this standard, we reserve the right to remove any participant from the course at our discretion. By enrolling in this course, you agree to adhere to this policy. Thank you for your cooperation in fostering a positive and engaging learning environment.
Curriculum & Course Details
Gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge from a diverse group of USF experts and industry professionals who demystify AI to empower you to confidently integrate GenAI into your work and personal projects.
Engaging assignments will expand your GenAI skillset to:
- Create and practice using effective prompts
- Build your own AI toolkit for writing, research or learning
- Develop an action plan to integrate GenAI into your work
Featured Experts
Christine Brown
As associate vice president for USF’s Innovative Education, Christine Brown leads a dynamic, creative, multi-campus powerhouse focused on creating innovative digital student experiences enriched with multimedia and pedagogical excellence.
Evan Fruehauf
Mr. Fruehauf is an assistant librarian at the University of South Florida, committed to enhancing academic success through innovative library services.
John Licato
Dr. John Licato is an associate professor in the Computer Science and Engineering department of the University of South Florida (USF), founder/director of the Advancing Machine and Human Reasoning (AMHR) Lab, and owner of the startup company Actualization.AI.
Niriksha Pate
Ms. Niriksha Patel, Acting SES, MBA, has 20+ years of experience leading complex business transformation and process improvement for large-scale commercial healthcare and government organizations.
Dr. Bo Pei
Dr. Pei is a passionate educator with a focus on the intersections of technology, data, and pedagogy. He offers a diverse portfolio of courses, including Data Visualization in Education and Introduction to Big Data and Learning Analytics.
Adam Phillips
Dr. Phillips is an assistant professor of instruction and currently the assistant director of first-year writing at the Tampa campus.
Keith Sartain
Keith is the senior director of global IT at ConnectWise, where he leads advancements in web infrastructure management.
Douglas Smith
An accomplished business strategist, company advisor, and investor, Smith has worked with a broad portfolio of companies in education, insurance, real estate, healthcare, and B2B SaaS.
Dr. Jenifer Jasinski Schneider
Dr. Schneider is a professor of Literacy Studies with the USF College of Education, and the college’s current interim dean.