Supporting Learners with Copilot and Generative AI

As generative AI reshapes the educational landscape, educators and mentors must guide students to use these technologies productively. Understanding how to integrate tools like Copilot into the learning process is essential for preparing learners for an AI-driven future. This text-based course equips you with the knowledge to support and guide learners as they explore, interact, and create with generative AI. You will learn how to introduce these tools safely, foster critical thinking, and design learning experiences that leverage AI as a collaborative partner. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational concepts of generative AI and how tools like Copilot function. - Master the basics of prompt engineering to help learners generate high-quality, relevant outputs. - Apply responsible AI principles to ensure ethical, safe, and critical use of technology. - Design written exercises and activities that encourage collaborative creation between students and AI. - Evaluate AI-generated content for bias, accuracy, and misinformation to foster critical thinking. - Configure clear guidelines and frameworks for acceptable AI usage in educational settings. The course begins with essential AI terminology and foundational concepts before moving into practical prompt engineering frameworks. You will then explore strategies for integrating Copilot into learning activities while prioritizing ethical considerations and responsible usage. This course is designed for educators, instructional designers, trainers, and mentors who are new to generative AI and want to guide others. No prior technical experience or background in AI is required. Start reading today to confidently lead your learners into the future of digital collaboration.