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Library - Mastering Generative AI: Essential skills for the digital age: Activities

This course on Generative AI Literacy is designed to equip you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to navigate the AI-driven landscape.

STEP 3: Recommended reading

This reading list will further guide you in understanding Generative AI.

STEP 1: Reflection

  • Am I using generative AI tools to enhance my learning and creativity, or am I relying on them to do the thinking for me?
  • Have I properly credited the AI tool and avoided any potential ethical pitfalls like plagiarism or misrepresentation of the AI-generated content?
  • How well do I understand the output generated by AI, and can I confidently explain or defend it in my own words?

STEP 2: Activities

Choose any one of the following Generative AI models ChatGPT or Gemini. ai or Claude 3.5 Sonnet 
Instructions
Imagine you are a first-year student who wants to improve your study habits. You've heard about Generative AI models, an AI-powered tool that can assist with various tasks, including answering questions, brainstorming ideas, and providing explanations. You decide to explore any of the above to see how it can help you in your studies.
1. Strengths Exploration:
•    Question Answering: Use the model to ask it questions related to your course material or assignments.
•    Idea Generation: Test the model’s ability to generate ideas for study techniques or essay topics.
•    Explanation and Learning: Ask the model to explain complex concepts from your lectures or textbooks.
2. Weaknesses Exploration:
•    Accuracy: Assess how accurate the answers are compared to authoritative sources or textbooks.
•    Understanding Context: Test if the model can understand specific context or nuanced questions related to your studies.
•    Limitations in Depth: Evaluate the model’s ability to provide detailed explanations or in-depth analysis beyond basic information.

After exploring these aspects, compile a list of strengths and weaknesses based on your interactions with the model. This exercise will help you understand how AI tools like ChatGPT can support your learning and where their limitations lie in academic contexts.