Our new free course, AI for the People, offers a practical guide to using artificial intelligence without sacrificing judgment, privacy or humanity. The six-week newsletter course aims to help people work with AI in a mindful way, focusing on real-world applications at work, in the kitchen, at the gym and beyond.
The course is designed for those who are sceptical about AI, acknowledging concerns about privacy, mental faculties and job security. It draws a parallel with the internet, which brought both problems like doomscrolling and benefits like digital maps and video calls. The key, according to the course, is to demand proper regulation and accountability from companies building AI.
Practical uses of AI highlighted include explaining legal contracts in plain English, helping with time management, and assisting with cooking, exercise and learning musical instruments. However, the course emphasises that AI should be used as a smart collaborator, not a replacement for human judgment.
AI expert Ethan Mollick warns against dulling skills by letting AI do everything: “It’s just like any other tool: you dull your skills and critical thinking by giving all your skills and critical thinking to the AI.” The course encourages users to stay in control and use AI to ask questions rather than simply provide answers.
Sign up for AI for the People, a six-week newsletter course, to learn how to use AI with intention and guardrails, ensuring you remain alert and in charge.
