AI Learning Circles
Learn AI in staff-led study groups, offered both in-person and online
Understand what AI is, how it works and how to use it responsibly and effectively to boost your productivity. Join our staff-led courses—in person or online—and gain practical skills you can apply right away in your day-to-day work.
Courses
Google AI Essentials
Best for: Beginner learners with little or no AI experience
Course length: 8 hours over 4 weeks (2-hour session each week)
Format: In person or virtual
Build practical AI skills you can use right away
- Understand what AI is and how to use it responsibly
- Use AI to generate ideas, create content and speed up daily tasks
- Make more informed decisions using AI tools
- Write clear, effective prompts to get better results
- Recognize potential bias in AI and how to use it ethically
- Develop strategies to keep up with a rapidly evolving field
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Google Prompting Essentials
Best for: Learners with some AI experience (AI Essentials is recommended beforehand, but not required)
Course length: 10 hours over 4 weeks (2.5-hour session each week)
Format: In person or virtual
Unlock AI’s potential with effective prompts
- Apply a structured framework to write effective prompts
- Evaluate and refine AI outputs to improve results
- Use AI to draft content and support brainstorming
- Create tables, timelines and other outputs
- Use AI to analyze data and build presentations responsibly
- Apply advanced techniques like prompt chaining and prompt reuse
Course format
Plan to complete approximately two hours of coursework per week between sessions. During each session, you’ll discuss course content with peers, work through material and explore related library resources. Courses include short videos and articles, assignments and a short quiz at the end of each module. Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate. Course access expires at the end of the program.
Eligibility & requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- A valid library card (for online learning circles)
- Basic computer and Internet skills
- Ability to attend all four sessions and complete the full course
- A Coursera account (requires some personal information—see Coursera’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use for more information)
Online Learning Circles: Computer or laptop, reliable internet connection and an up-to-date web browser (Google Chrome recommended).
In-person Learning Circles: Bring your own laptop if possible; devices are available at the library if needed.
Upcoming Learning Circles
Learning Circle programs are added every month. Check back regularly.
Upcoming Events
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To learn more about AI and access library resources, visit Learn AI.
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