Accelerate essay writing, optimize exam preparation, and conduct credible academic research with AI-driven workflows that customize your learning experience and reduce information overload.

Learn to streamline your entire writing process, develop personalized exam preparation strategies, leverage AI tools to find and synthesize sourced information, and transform course materials into custom study guides to achieve your educational goals.

• Certificate of Completion
• Suitable for All Experience Levels
• 10 Lessons
• Approx. 15 Hours to Complete

Learn how to:

• Streamline your entire writing process — move from topic brainstorming through research synthesis to polished drafts without starting each essay from scratch
• Develop personalized exam preparation strategies — enabling you to identify key topics, generate custom summaries, and create targeted study materials without generic one-size-fits-all approaches
• Conduct credible academic research rapidly — using AI tools to find, evaluate, and connect sourced information without spending hours manually searching through databases
• Transform course materials into custom study guides — converting lecture notes, readings, and textbooks into personalized learning resources without manual reorganization
• Develop stronger arguments with source-grounded evidence — using AI to analyze your research materials and build compelling, well-supported academic arguments
• Master academic-specific AI prompting techniques — ensuring your AI outputs deliver relevant explanations, accurate summaries, and appropriate academic tone
• Navigate academic integrity requirements responsibly — understanding ethical AI use, proper attribution, and critical evaluation of AI-generated academic content
  
  

Workflows you'll build:

Practical Learning Workflows with ChatGPT

• Develop systematic approaches for essay writing from brainstorming through drafting and refinement
• Create step-by-step processes for exam preparation, study aid creation, and academic research assistance
• Implement comprehensive frameworks for leveraging AI in research, writing, and study workflows
• Establish techniques for integrating AI assistance effectively into existing study habits

Creating Personalized AI Learning Assistants with Perplexity Spaces

• Configure Perplexity Spaces with custom instructions and uploaded documents for tailored learning experiences
• Master workflows for interacting with personalized AI assistants to gain insights from your specific materials
• Implement best practices for organizing study materials, synthesizing research, and managing academic projects
• Establish processes for leveraging AI-powered Spaces for customized academic support

Personal Learning Hub with NotebookLM

• Configure NotebookLM as an AI assistant grounded in your specific course materials and research sources
• Develop workflows for generating source-based summaries, study guides, and comprehensive FAQs
• Implement techniques for finding specific evidence and analyzing arguments within uploaded academic texts
• Create integrated study processes using NotebookLM for focused learning and essay preparation

Questions you might have:

Q: Will AI-generated study materials and essay assistance actually help me learn the subject matter deeply?

A: The course teaches techniques for using AI to improve your understanding, not replace critical thinking. You'll learn to leverage AI for research, organization, and initial drafting to rapidly develop your own subject matter understanding .

Q: Do I need technical expertise to implement these AI learning tools effectively?

A: No technical experience is required. The course uses accessible tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and NotebookLM that operate through user-friendly interfaces. We provide step-by-step instructions designed for students without technical backgrounds.

Q: What's the difference between this course and just experimenting with AI tools on my own?

A: This course provides academic-specific workflows, integrity guidelines, and systematic approaches tailored to educational requirements. Rather than trial-and-error experimentation, you'll learn proven frameworks for reliable, ethical AI implementation in academic contexts.

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Get certified in AI for Learning

AI for Learning includes step-by-step, implementation-focused workflows designed for immediate impact. We cover essential knowledge and dive into high-value AI strategies and tools that successful students are using today.

At the end of the course, you'll have the option to get your AI for Learning certification by passing our online exam. You can add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, CV, or share it on social media.

Instructors: Dr Alvaro Cintas & Clintin Lyle Kruger
Key tools & technologies: ChatGPT, Perplexity, NotebookLM
Skills gained: Academic AI prompting, essay writing workflows, exam preparation strategies, credible research techniques, study guide creation, academic integrity compliance, information synthesis, argumentation development, source evaluation, ethical AI implementation