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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Certification for Educators

Learn how to leverage AI in Education to become a Prompt Engineer

Empowering Educators with AI

Welcome to the cutting-edge training course on prompt engineering tailored specifically for educators. In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching practices has become essential for enhancing student engagement, personalizing learning experiences and optimizing educational outcomes. This comprehensive course equips educators with the knowledge, skills and tools to leverage prompt engineering (the art and science of writing queries or prompts to get what you want out of AI) effectively in their classrooms.

Prompt engineering for educators means crafting specific cues or prompts to optimize the responses generated by AI models, such as GPT, in educational contexts. It aims to ensure that AI-generated responses align with educational objectives, facilitate learning, and support effective communication between educators and students. This course is for anyone that works in education, whether you have experience using AI or not. No prior experience is necessary, but you will walk away with the understanding and skills to be a prompt engineer.

About the Course

Duration: Seven weeks

  • Fall 2024 Term 1: 08/26/24 through 10/13/24
  • Fall 2024 Term 2: 10/20/24 through 12/08/24

Location: Online training course

Format: Primarily asynchronous learning at your own pace. There will be interactive workshops, hands-on exercises and expert-led sessions that happen in real time.

Audience: Educators, teachers, curriculum designers, education administrators and anyone passionate about leveraging AI in education. No prior experience with AI is necessary.


Course Overview:

Designed by experts in AI and education, this course delves into the fundamental concepts of prompt engineering and its practical applications in educational settings. Participants will learn how to craft effective prompts, optimize AI interactions and utilize controlled generation techniques to tailor AI responses to specific educational objectives. The course covers a range of topics, including:

  • Understanding prompt engineering and its significance in education.
  • Balancing creativity and control in prompt design.
  • Techniques for controlled generation and optimizing AI responses.
  • Integrating AI-driven tools into curriculum design and content creation.
  • Leveraging AI for personalized learning support and student feedback.

Why Attend?

By participating in this course, educators will:

  • Gain practical insights into implementing AI technologies in their teaching practices.
  • Enhance their ability to create engaging and personalized learning experiences for students.
  • Stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in AI and education.
  • Network with fellow educators and industry experts to exchange ideas and best practices.
  • Receive a certificate of completion to validate their newfound expertise in prompt engineering for education.

Who Should Attend?

No prior experience with AI is required. This course is ideal for:

  • Higher Education instructors seeking innovative strategies to enhance student learning.
  • Classroom teachers seeking innovative strategies to enhance student learning.
  • Curriculum designers interested in integrating AI technologies into educational materials.
  • Education administrators looking to optimize resource allocation and improve educational outcomes.
  • EdTech enthusiasts passionate about leveraging AI to revolutionize education.
  • AI developers and engineers keen on exploring the intersection of AI and education.
  • Higher education students who are in the field of education.

Course Modules

  • Understand the foundational concepts of prompt engineering.
  • Explore the significance of prompt engineering in AI-driven interactions.
  • Learn key terminology and principles essential for prompt design and optimization.
  • Dive into the specifics of GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) and similar AI models.
  • Understand the architecture and functionality of GPT models.
  • Compare and contrast GPT with other AI models and traditional chatbots.
  • Master the art of crafting effective prompts for AI interactions.
  • Explore techniques for designing prompts tailored to specific objectives and outcomes.
  • Learn strategies for optimizing prompt design to enhance user engagement and interaction quality.
  • Delve into advanced prompt engineering strategies for fine-tuning AI-generated responses.
  • Learn about controlled generation and its applications in education.
  • Explore techniques for balancing creativity and control in prompt design to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Discover the pillars of effective prompting in AI interactions.
  • Explore how context, relevance, and clarity contribute to successful prompt engineering.
  • Learn best practices for ensuring inclusivity, diversity, and ethical considerations in prompt design.
  • Understand how ChatGPT and similar AI models can be leveraged in educational settings.
  • Explore practical applications of ChatGPT for enhancing teaching, learning, and student engagement.
  • Learn how to integrate ChatGPT into curriculum design, content creation, and student support mechanisms.
  • Explore various prompt engineering models and frameworks.
  • Learn about the latest advancements in prompt engineering research and development.
  • Understand how different prompt engineering models can be applied in diverse educational contexts.
  • Discover real-world applications of prompt engineering across various industries.
  • Explore case studies and success stories highlighting the impact of prompt engineering in education, healthcare, customer service and more.
  • Learn how to implement prompt engineering techniques to address specific challenges and achieve organizational goals.

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