May22
Please note that we have an updated Zoom link for the AI Tools Workshop series. You can join the session directly here: https://sandiego.zoom.us/j/96221805524
AI@USD Learning Labs
Learning Labs is a series of face to face training sessions led by Austin Choi-Fitzpatrick and is available to faculty and administration. The series includes training on how to use generative AI tools for teaching and learning, research and operations.
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AI Tools Workshops
AI Tools Workshops is a series of weekly technical workshops designed specifically for immediate workplace application. The sessions are hands-on and are designed for workplace efficiency. Join us and add the series to your calendar now!
Introduction to AI Literacy
Build your confidence in using generative AI responsibly with our 20-minute, self-paced learning module designed for USD faculty, staff and students. This training introduces the fundamentals of AI literacy — the knowledge, skills and mindset needed to use tools like Google Gemini thoughtfully and effectively.
Through guided demonstrations, real-world scenarios and hands-on practice, you'll learn how generative AI works, how to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs, and how to apply ethical guidelines and best practices in academic and professional settings.
Access the Introduction to AI Literacy course on Canvas and get started right away. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a digital badge to showcase their new AI literacy skills.
Questions or concerns about the training can be directed to ldcsupport@sandiego.edu.
Resources & Training
General AI
Generative AI for Educators
Generative AI for Educators with Gemini, you’ll learn how to use generative AI tools (like Gemini and NotebookLM) to help you save time on everyday tasks, personalize instruction, enhance lessons and activities in creative ways, and more.
Get Started with Google AI in Higher Education
Two-hour learning module on way to use Google AI as an assistant in your professional practice to save time, inspire creativity, and assist with research. You will explore how to use the Gemini app, Gemini for Google Workspace and NotebookLM to boost your productivity and accelerate learning.
Learn AI Essential Skills
Learn generative AI basics in this short video course — including what it is, how it's used, and how it differs from traditional machine learning. Delivered by Google.
USD-Specific
Assigning the AI Literacy Module to Your Students
Give your students a strong foundation in generative AI by adding this short, 20-minute, self-paced module to your course. The AI@USD: Introduction to AI Literacy module teaches how generative AI works, how to critically evaluate AI-generated content, and how to use AI ethically and responsibly. Students earn a USD-issued digital badge upon completion, and faculty can easily integrate the module through Canvas Commons or by sharing the self-enrollment link.
Fundamentals of AI
This module introduces learners to the evolution and key concepts of artificial intelligence, explores its benefits and drawbacks in everyday tasks, and examines the ethical considerations guiding its responsible use.
Fundamentals of AI for Faculty
This course explores the foundational concepts, history and evolving role of artificial intelligence and language models in higher education, inspiring participants to thoughtfully integrate generative AI into their work to enhance student engagement and learning while cultivating a balanced, informed and ethical perspective on AI's opportunities, challenges and future impact in academia.
Gemini
Using Gemini
Steps for getting started using Google Gemini.
Premade Gems
Quick start guide for using premade gems.
Building Gems
Steps for building custom gems.
NotebookLM
Introduction to NotebookLM
A NotebookLM that users can interact with to learn more about Google's NotebookLM.
Quick Start Guide
Using NotebookLM for Studying, Learning and Teaching.