
AI 101: How Artificial Intelligence is Shaping Our Future
AI 101: How Artificial Intelligence is Shaping Our Future
Audience:
This course is designed for individuals who are new to artificial intelligence or curious about its transformative effects on personal and professional domains. It empowers participants to navigate and adapt confidently to the rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Who Should Attend:
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Anyone curious about AI and it impact on their lives and the future.
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Professionals: Across various industries aiming to stay competitive in an AI-driven world.
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Job Seekers: Looking to future-proof their careers by understanding AI trends and applications.
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Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: Exploring AI to optimize operations and strategy.
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Lifelong Learners: Keen to understand the societal and economic roles of AI.
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Educators and Students: Interested in grasping AI fundamentals and practical applications.
Key Takeaways
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Understand fundamental AI concepts, terminology, applications and AI Agents.
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Recognize AI’s transformative impact on industries, business models, and workforce dynamics.
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Explore the implications of Industrial Revolution 5.0 for careers and society.
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Identify opportunities for human-AI collaboration to enhance productivity and innovation.
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Overcome fears and misconceptions about AI to confidently embrace emerging technologies.
Program Outline
Section 1: Introduction
Objective: Establish a foundational understanding of AI and its growing significance in modern life.
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Welcome and opening remarks.
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Overview of course objectives and participant outcomes.
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Importance of AI literacy in today’s world.
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Setting up a collaborative and interactive learning environment.
Section 2: What is AI?
Objective: Define artificial intelligence and introduce core concepts.
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What is Artificial Intelligence? Key definitions and terms.
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Examples of AI in daily life (e.g., virtual assistants, recommendation systems, smart devices).
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Distinguishing between traditional programming, machine learning, and deep learning.
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Interactive Activity: Identifying AI in everyday activities.
Section 3: The Impact of AI and the Industrial Revolution 5.0
Objective: Examine the role of AI in reshaping industries and influencing workforce dynamics.
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Overview of AI applications across sectors (e.g., healthcare, finance, retail, manufacturing).
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Innovations and efficiencies driven by AI.
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Analyzing AI’s impact on job displacement and creation of new roles.
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Introduction to Industrial Revolution 5.0:
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Key differences between Industrial Revolutions 4.0 and 5.0.
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The defining role of human-AI collaboration.
Section : The Art of Prompting: Communicating with AI
Objective: Equip participants with skills to interact effectively with AI tools through well-crafted prompts.
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Understanding the importance of prompting in AI communication.
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Principles of crafting effective prompts for accurate and useful AI responses.
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Common mistakes to avoid when writing prompts.
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Practical Exercises:
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Developing prompts for various scenarios (e.g., generating ideas, solving problems, automating tasks).
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Analyzing and refining prompts for better outcomes.
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How prompting enhances productivity and creativity in the workplace.
Section 4: Ethical considerations of AI: The perils and the promise of AI.
Objective:
Understand the ethical implications of AI and how to promote responsible use.
Key Learning Points:
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Core principles of ethical AI: fairness, transparency, and accountability.
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The promise of AI: improving lives in areas like healthcare and education.
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The perils of AI: risks like bias, privacy breaches, and misuse.
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The role of human oversight in guiding ethical AI applications.
Practical Exercises:
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Case Studies: Analyze real-world examples of ethical AI dilemmas and discuss solutions.
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Create a Code of Ethics: Draft guidelines for ethical AI use in your field.
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Ethical Decision Scenarios: Solve ethical challenges through group discussions.
This section equips participants to identify and address ethical issues in AI, fostering responsible innovation.
Section 6: Workforce Transformation in the Age of AI
Objective: Explore the evolving workforce and essential skills for success in an AI-driven environment.
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Emerging job roles and the demand for new skill sets.
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Strategies for upskilling and reskilling to meet future challenges.
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Case studies on industries undergoing transformation due to AI.
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Interactive Workshop: Mapping participants’ career trajectories in an AI-powered world.
Section 7: AI and Human Collaboration
Objective: Highlight the synergy between human capabilities and AI technologies.
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-----How AI complements human skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence.
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Real-world examples of successful human-AI partnerships (e.g., AI-assisted healthcare diagnostics, customer service bots).
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Understanding “Augmented Intelligence” and its applications.
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Group Discussion: Opportunities and challenges in human-AI collaboration.
Section 8: Overcoming Fears and Misconceptions About AI
Objective: Address myths and foster a positive mindset around AI adoption.
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Debunking common myths (e.g., AI replacing all jobs, AI as a threat to humanity).
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Ethical considerations in AI development and usage.
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Building confidence in using AI tools such as chatbots and automation platforms.
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Hands-On Session: Experimenting with beginner-friendly AI tools to demystify technology.
Section 9: AI Agents and the Agentic Future
Objective:
Explore the role of AI agents in shaping the future and how they enhance productivity, decision-making, and innovation.
Key Learning Points:
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What Are AI Agents?
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Understand the concept of AI agents, their capabilities, and how they operate autonomously.
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The Rise of the Agentic Future:
Examine how AI agents are transforming industries, from customer service to data analysis.
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Collaboration Between Humans and AI Agents:
Learn how AI agents complement human skills and amplify outcomes.
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Ethical Considerations:
Discuss the implications of deploying AI agents, including accountability and transparency.
Practical Exercises:
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Use Case Exploration:
Review examples of AI agents in action, such as chatbots, personal assistants, and recommendation systems.
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Design Your AI Agent:
Create a basic plan for an AI agent tailored to a specific task or industry.
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Agent Interaction Simulation:
Participate in role-playing exercises to interact with AI agents and analyze their performance.
Section 10: Designing Your Game Plan to Thrive in the Age of AI and Disruption
Objective:
Create a personalized strategy to adapt and succeed in an AI-driven world.
Key Learning Points:
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Assess strengths and skills to identify growth opportunities.
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Set actionable goals aligned with AI trends.
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Prioritize essential upskilling and reskilling.
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Develop resilience and a growth mindset.
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Leverage AI tools to enhance career outcomes.
Practical Exercises:
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Conduct a personal SWOT analysis.
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Build a roadmap for acquiring future-proof skills.
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Create a vision board for AI-powered career goals.
Section 10: Next Steps
Objective: Guide participants on continuing their AI education and skill-building journey.
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Overview of advanced courses:
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"Understanding How to Future-Proof Your Career" – Comprehensive strategies for adapting to the changing job market.
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"Job Searching and Finding a Job in the New Age of AI" – Practical tools and techniques for leveraging AI in job searches.
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Tips for integrating AI learning into personal and professional growth plans.