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Tiers 1 – 3

AI~Foundations

Build the mental models, vocabulary, and daily habits to use AI confidently. Go from uncertain to competent — no technical background required.

~6 hours 12 modules Tiers 1–3 Beginner-friendly
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COURSE TRACK
Foundations
Tier 1 → Tier 3
12 Modules
~6 Hours
1 Certificate
Who This Is For

You're in the right place if…

✓ You've tried AI tools but don't feel confident yet
✓ You're hearing about AI at work and want to understand it properly
✓ You want to build real habits, not just play with chatbots
✓ You know the tools exist but aren't sure how to use them well
✓ Your AIQ score placed you at Tier 1, 2, or 3
✓ You want a foundation before going deeper into workflows or strategy
12 Modules · 3 Tiers

What you'll learn — module by module.

Each module is a self-contained learning unit with a concept, a hands-on exercise, and active recall. Build fluency one step at a time.

Tier 1 — Orientation Understanding what AI is and how it works
01
What AI Actually Is
Demystify LLMs and replace the mental model that's making you worse at using AI.
12 min
02
How Language Models Think
Understand tokens, context windows, temperature, and why AI says things it doesn't mean.
11 min
03
Your First Effective Prompts
Move from casual use to deliberate practice. The fundamentals of prompt structure.
13 min
Tier 2 — Basic Prompting Getting reliable, useful outputs from AI tools
04
Getting Reliable Outputs
Iteration, feedback loops, and knowing when to trust — or verify — AI output.
11 min
05
AI Tools Landscape
ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot — what each is good for and how to choose.
10 min
06
AI for Writing & Communication
Make AI your thinking partner, not just a text generator.
12 min
07
AI for Research & Analysis
Surface insights fast. Know the difference between AI-assisted and AI-generated research.
11 min
08
Prompt Patterns That Work
The 5 most reliable prompt structures and when to use each one.
13 min
Tier 3 — Understanding Limits Critical evaluation, responsible use, and the Foundations assessment
09
Working with AI Daily
Build a sustainable AI habit. Routines, workflows, and avoiding dependency traps.
10 min
10
Understanding AI Limitations
Bias, errors, training data cutoffs. Know what AI can't do before you rely on it.
12 min
11
AI Ethics for Practitioners
Responsible use, attribution, and the questions you should always ask first.
11 min
12
Foundations Assessment
Consolidate your learning, measure your progress, and unlock AI~Workflows.
20 min
How Each Module Works

Built for real learning, not passive watching.

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Hook
Every module opens with why this matters for your real work — before any theory.
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Concept
One idea per module. Concrete examples first, jargon last. No cognitive overload.
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Demo
Watch the skill in action — including what failure looks like and how to recover.
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Exercise
Open a real AI tool and practice. Not hypothetical — actual hands-on work.
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Active Recall
Answer questions from memory before checking hints. This is where learning sticks.
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Reflection
One personal reflection prompt that connects the lesson to your specific work.
Start Building Your AIQ

Ready to go from uncertain to competent?

Start with Module 01 right now — free and open. No account needed to begin.

Start Module 01: What AI Actually Is Next Track: AI~Workflows