Becoming confident on ChatGPT: successful online searching and making the most of AI-powered chat

About this course

The course introduces ChatGPT, Google Gemini and Copilot, covering their main features, account creation, installation and basic navigation. Participants explore applications including text generation, creative content, coding assistance and online research, using examples and exercises to practise each tool. Tutor guidance follows a step-by-step format, with tasks completed individually and alongside other learners. The course also considers how the three applications can be used together.

What you'll learn

• Identify the main features of ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot
• Create accounts and install the applications on a computer
• Navigate the core functions of AI-powered chat applications
• Use AI tools for text generation, creative content and coding assistance
• Combine ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot for different tasks

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for absolute beginners in AI and online searching, with no previous knowledge required. Participation includes working independently, completing tasks with other learners and undertaking some work outside the classroom.

• Suitable for learners with no previous AI knowledge
• Includes both individual and group tasks
• Requires some work outside class using Google Classroom

Before you go

• Learners need to bring a pen, A4 paper and a folder.
• Handouts and a Google Classroom code are provided for accessing materials, videos and communication with classmates.
• Some work is completed outside the classroom.