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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The future of work is here - and it's powered by AI. Are you ready to be part of it?
The field of artificial intelligence is growing rapidly and the demand for AI talent is skyrocketing. As industries like education, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing embrace AI, mastering these skills is no longer optional - it’s essential!
To meet this demand, we’ve collaborated with industry experts to develop immersive courses that blend theory with hands-on practice. In these instructor-led courses, you’ll access AI tools and technologies, work on real-world projects, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and build the technical and ethical foundation to adopt AI tools effectively in today’s AI-driven world.
Position yourself as a leader in AI with practical training in today's most sought-after skills. Register now and take advantage of SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY PRICING for these high-demand, skills-focused learning opportunities.
build with AI: A hands-on bootcamp
From idea to MVP in just 4 sessions!
Learn to co-create with AI to design products, solve problems, and launch ideas quickly in this fast-paced, four-Saturday bootcamp. Students will team up to ideate, build, and launch a functional AI-powered Minimum Viable Product (MVP). The course emphasizes applied AI using Large Language Models (LLMs) and Agentic AI tools to speed up market research, design, coding, and productization. Students will finish with a working demo and pitch deck - simulating the process of launching a startup product.
This immersive training equips you with practical skills in innovation, entrepreneurship, and applied AI - boosting your resume, portfolio, and confidence. Whether you aim to land an internship, impress employers, or launch your own startup, this course delivers the real-world experience today’s job market demands.
You'll learn how to:
- Use AI to brainstorm, research, design, and build
- Create a product demo you can actually show off
- Build a pitch deck like a real startup founder
- Work in a small team and move from zero to launch
Target Audience:
🎓Computer Science & Business students seeking practical product-building experience.
📚 Continuing education learners interested in AI, entrepreneurship, or digital innovation.
🚀 Early-career professionals who want to apply AI in a product/venture context.
Pre-Requisites:
- Basic computer literacy (comfortable using cloud tools and web apps).
- Prior coding experience helpful but not required (AI coding copilots will guide development).
- Curiosity and willingness to experiment in small teams.
Offered: Fall/Spring (click on the "Available Classes" button below to register)
Cost: $499
Textbook: n/a
Requirement/s: Instructor will provide details on the first day of class -
- Subscriptions for -
- Premium version of LLM such as: Chat GPT, Gemini, or Copilot, etc. – Not included in course fee.
- Infrastructure for the development of software product such as: Azure, AWS, or Google, etc. - Not included in course fee
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ai-for-educators learning path: empowering k-8 educators to teach and lead in the age of ai
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept - it’s reshaping how we teach, learn, and prepare students for the future!
The AI-for-Educators Learning Path is a two-part professional learning experience designed to help K–8 educators confidently explore, implement, and lead with artificial intelligence. Whether you're just getting started or ready to deepen your practice, this series provides practical tools, ethical guidance, and classroom-ready strategies - empowering you to teach and lead effectively in the age of AI.
This two-course series supports educators at all experience levels, from those just beginning to explore AI to those ready to lead more innovative and integrated classroom practices.
🟦 Course 1: A Practical Introduction for the K–8 Classroom
A fast-paced, hands-on course for educators who are new to AI. Learn foundational concepts like large language models (LLMs), experiment with real-world tools, and walk away with classroom-ready strategies to save time, differentiate instruction, and spark student creativity.
🟨 Course 2: Advancing Practice in the K–8 Classroom
Take your practice to the next level. This deeper dive explores advanced AI tools, ethical use, effective prompting, and student-centered integration across subjects. Ideal for educators looking to design meaningful, AI-supported learning and lead innovation in their schools. Whether you're just getting started or ready to lead the way, the AI-for-Educators Learning Path gives you the clarity and confidence to make AI a powerful, responsible part of your teaching practice.
Who Should Attend: K–12 teachers, instructional coaches, tech coordinators, and teacher leaders interested in becoming AI resource persons within their schools.
See the following course details:
ai for educators: A practical introduction for the k-8 classroom
This concise course is a fast-paced and practical introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) for K–8 educators. In just two 3-hour sessions, participants will gain a foundational understanding of core concepts such as Large Language Models (LLMs) and Natural Language Modeling (NLM). The focus is on hands-on application, with direct instruction on effective prompting and real-world examples of how teachers can use AI to save time, differentiate instruction, and spark creativity in their students.
No prior experience with AI or advanced technology is required - just curiosity and a willingness to explore. Through interactive activities and guided practice, educators will gain the confidence to begin integrating AI into their classrooms in meaningful, developmentally appropriate ways.
🎯Key Takeaways:
- Explain basic AI concepts, including LLMs and NLM, in educator-friendly terms.
- Identify practical uses of AI for time-saving, lesson planning, and differentiation.
- Use effective prompting techniques to interact with AI tools like ChatGPT.
- Explore and evaluate beginner-friendly AI tools suitable for K–8 classrooms.
- Reflect on the ethical and developmental considerations of introducing AI to young learners.
Offered: Fall/Spring (click on the "Available Classes" button below to register)
Cost: $165
Textbook: n/a
Requirements: n/a
ai for educators: Advancing Practice in the k-8 classroom
This course serves as a comprehensive introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) and its practical applications for K–8 educators ready to deepen their practice. Designed for teachers with little or no prior experience, this hands-on, eight-session experience builds on foundational knowledge and demystifies core concepts such as Large Language Models (LLMs) and Natural Language Modeling (NLM). Participants will explore how AI can serve as a powerful partner—from automating administrative tasks and differentiating instruction to fostering creativity and critical thinking in students.
With a strong emphasis on ethical use, effective prompting, and age-appropriate integration, educators will move beyond experimentation to designing intentional, AI-supported learning experiences. The course also examines broader instructional and leadership implications, preparing educators to support their school communities in adopting AI thoughtfully and responsibly.
🎯Key Takeaways:
- Analyze and apply advanced AI tools and platforms in K–8 instructional design.
- Create student-centered projects that incorporate AI concepts and tools.
- Integrate AI meaningfully across subject areas and grade levels.
- Apply ethical frameworks to evaluate the use of AI in educational settings.
- Develop a long-term plan for leading AI innovation within their school or district.
Offered: TBD
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foundations in artificial intelligence (AI)
Discover the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in this beginner-friendly course!
Developed to jumpstart your journey in the fast-moving AI field, this instructor led course bridges core principles with real-world applications. Using INTEL's industry-leading curriculum, you'll examine how AI intersects with emerging technologies, unpack the roles of machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL), and follow the end-to-end development of AI solutions - from idea to implementation.
Explore the current AI landscape, its historical development, and key types of AI systems - including neural networks, decision trees, and more. Alongside foundational theory, the course introduces practical topics like data management and the evaluation and optimization of AI models.
Develop the ability to confidently discuss AI trends and concepts -empowering you to pursue ongoing learning and contribute meaningfully to AI-related conversations within your organization or industry.
Ethics and social responsibility are integral parts of the curriculum. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the societal impact of AI and the pivotal role data plays in shaping these technologies.
By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with both the theoretical foundation and practical know-how to succeed in an AI-driven world—and take the next step in your professional development.
Offered: Summer/Fall/Spring (click on the "Available Classes" button below to register)
Cost: $399
Textbook: n/a
Requirements: n/a