AI Basics - Navigating Safely & Exploring The Tools

About this event

Join us for an introductory class to get you started using AI confidently. In this interactive class, you’ll try out common AI tools and explore common concerns including "deepfakes" (images and videos made by AI to seem real), basic AI prompts for effective results, and how to identify issues with accuracy and bias. Required skills: Strong English reading comprehension and the skills taught in PC Basics and Word I Basics. What You’ll Learn Explore AI features already built into tools you use every day (such as chatbots, email filters, and recommendation engines). Learn practical tips for using AI to enhance productivity. Begin incorporating simple, interactive AI elements into your daily tasks. Topics We’ll Cover How AI works: the fundamentals Basic prompting Common AI concerns, including: Bias Data privacy Errors & fabrications Copyright & intellectual property Misinformation & deepfakes Environmental impact Seats are limited to 16 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive a half-hour early to sign in for a seat at one of the 16 workstations. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov or 202-727-2142. Instructor: N. McNeal & C. Kirkland MLK Jr. Memorial Library Adult Learning Department 901 G Street, NW Computer Lab - Room 202-O Required Skills: The ability to read and comprehend English well, and the skills acquired in PC Basics and Word I Basics.