Explore the complex and ever-changing world of artificial intelligence (AI) in this workshop. Gain a thorough understanding of AI, from its origins to its current impact across various industries. Learn about the different types of AI, with a focus on generative AI (gAI), and explore how machine learning powers AI. This session will cover ethical considerations, showcase various AI tools, and explore AI's practical integration into tools used at JMU, such as Copilot and Gradescope. This will give you hands-on experience with real-world AI applications, including those at JMU.

This workshop is ideal for AI newcomers and early adopters, featuring informative lectures, interactive discussions, and a showcase of AI tools to ensure active participation. 

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:  

• Describe the origins and key milestones in AI development.  

• Explain generative AI (gAI), its techniques, and its impact on content creation.  

• Discuss the ethical implications of AI in areas such as information sourcing, image creation, authorship, and algorithmic bias.  

• Confidently explore generative and non-generative-AI tools. 

• Discuss the implications of AI on industry practices and future technological developments.

Instructors

Ivan Guadarrama, Anthony Miles, and Nathaniel Taeho Yu

Join the workshop

This is a hybrid session, offered in both Rose Library room 3311 and on Zoom.

If you attend in person, please bring a laptop.

If you choose "Online Registration," you will receive the zoom link and password in the registration confirmation and reminder emails. These emails will come from "LibCal."

Other dates

This workshop will also be offered on October 6. 

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