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Prompt Writing for AI: The Basics

Micro-credential

Course Code: PWMC 002

Creating effective prompts directly influences the quality, relevance and accuracy of AI responses and is an essential future-focused skill for professionals in any industry. This micro-credential focuses on proven, effective prompting techniques with practical augmentation and implementation methods for AI tools. Participants will strategically leverage AI capabilities while maintaining their unique human perspective. Through hands-on experimentation and personalized projects, learners will discover the "jagged edge" between human and AI capabilities and critically evaluate AI-generated content. 

Competency Achieved

The earners of this micro-credential will be able to leverage AI tools to augment human capabilities in personal projects, demonstrating proficiency in effective prompting techniques, knowledge graph utilization, and critical analysis of AI-generated content while maintaining ethical considerations.

Delivery Format

This micro-credential consists of a weekly 2-hour online class over 4 weeks, with an additional 1-2 hours of self-study per module.  Learners should expect approximately 16 hours total to successfully complete the micro-credential.

 

Faculty Highlights

Jason Theodor

Jason is a creative leader and educator with a remarkable background in unlocking dormant creative potential in individuals and organizations. As an executive design leader, he has crafted digital experiences for iconic brands such as Nike, Yahoo!, RBC, Co-operators, and General Motors. Now, as a consultant, Jason is dedicated to helping companies and students enhance their abilities by complementing their innate creativity with tools to push past their default modes.

In addition to his extensive professional experience, Jason is a prolific writer and speaker, sharing his insights on creativity, productivity, design, and technology through his newsletter, The Creative Algorithm, and presentations worldwide—from Rome to Vancouver. His artistic pursuits include showcasing his work at the In/Human show at Gagné Contemporary Gallery and creating the popular art journal All-Day Breakfast.

Passionate about imagination and innovation, Jason founded the consultancy MoreBetterDifferent.org, where he helps companies develop human-centered products by integrating AI and longstanding design methodologies. Through public speaking, writing, art, and consulting, Jason has made it his life’s work to unlock the world’s creative potential.

 

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