Introduction to AI
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Introduction to AI
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What you'll learn
Define the field of AI
Explain how AI functions at a basic level, including how AI technology is trained to learn from data
Describe the capabilities and limitations of AI tools
Recognize the importance of human oversight when using AI
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See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
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- Learn new concepts from industry experts
- Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
- Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
- Earn a shareable career certificate
There are 4 modules in this course
Discover how AI works and explore foundational AI concepts, such as machine learning. Learn about the rise of generative AI and how to perform tasks with it. By the end of this course, you’ll have an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of AI tools and how to integrate generative AI in the workplace.
In this module, you'll get an overview of the specialization, explore how AI is reshaping the professional landscape, and draw inspiration from real-world success stories.
What's included
4 videos2 readings1 assignment
4 videos•Total 10 minutes
- Introduction to Google AI Essentials•3 minutes
- AI and the future of work•2 minutes
- Learn from AI success stories•2 minutes
- Anoop: Become AI-empowered•3 minutes
2 readings•Total 8 minutes
- Google AI Essentials overview•4 minutes
- Helpful resources and tips to get started•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 6 minutes
- Activity: Reflect on some current challenges•6 minutes
In this module, you'll discover how AI works and explore foundational AI concepts, such as machine learning (ML). You'll also learn about the rise of generative AI and how it can be used.
What's included
3 videos2 readings1 app item
3 videos•Total 9 minutes
- Explore how AI uses machine learning•3 minutes
- Foundations of generative AI•3 minutes
- Understand the capabilities and limitations of AI•2 minutes
2 readings•Total 12 minutes
- A guide to AI and ML•8 minutes
- Complete activities with Google AI Pro at no cost•4 minutes
1 app item•Total 4 minutes
- Redeem your Google AI Pro trial•4 minutes
In this module, you'll learn how to simplify daily tasks and use AI as a collaborative partner. Get hands-on practice by drafting an email with AI and identifying opportunities to use it in your own role.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 6 minutes
- Aleck: Make daily tasks easier with AI•2 minutes
- Use AI as a collaborative tool•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Activity: Use AI to create an email•15 minutes
In this module, you’ll review the key concepts from the course and demonstrate your understanding with an AI-powered conversation and end-of-course assessment.
What's included
1 video1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Wrap-up•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Course 1 challenge•15 minutes
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Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025
I enjoyed this first course. The lesson plan was easy to follow and understand. I was able to score 100% on the quiz in the first try because the course material was laid out so well.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
As an experimenter using AI in my personal life, this was a great course for refining skills, expanding my understanding and seeing the potential for further use of Gen AI. A great course.
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025
It's good information interspersed with some 'marketing' type content. Sometimes it's difficult to get a handle on what's required for the assignments, but I've managed to pass them all so far!
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