In this workshop you will learn how to use generative AI in your work writing tasks. You will find out how to use software like ChatGPT and Google Gemini in a wide range of situations, from research to editing a final draft. You’ll complete practical exercises that will show you how to apply what you learn to writing emails, reports, media releases, blog entries, and document summaries. You’ll have answers to questions like: What is generative AI, how does it work, and what can it do? What can human writers do better?
If generative AI is new to you, or if you already use it, you’ll learn how it can help you polish your writing skills and streamline the writing process.
Course Content
- What is AI good at?
- Ethics and limitations – The essential issues
- Overview of generative AI (eg ChatGPT and Gemini) – Understanding how it works
- Setting up and navigating the interface – A step by step hands-on approach
- How generative AI can help you use your time more efficiently when you write
- How you can use generative AI to enhance your written work
- Generating prompts – Crafting effective prompts to get the best results from generative AI
- Dos and Don’ts – Best practice for interacting with generative AI
Course Outcomes
At the end of this course, you will:
- Understand the essentials of generative AI and its capabilities
- Identify specific uses of generative AI as a professional writing tool
- Learn how to effectively use ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot and similar tools
- Develop skills in crafting prompts to optimize AI-generated content
- Evaluate the quality and accuracy of AI-generated content
- Apply ethical considerations when using AI in writing
Benefits to your organisation
By encouraging individuals to attend this course, you will:
- Increase productivity and efficiency in writing tasks
- Improve quality and consistency of written output
- Enhance creativity and innovation in content generation
- Reduce time and resources spent on routine writing tasks
- Strengthen brand voice and messaging
- Competitive advantage through the adoption of AI technology
Benefits to you
By attending this course you will:
- Enhance writing skills and techniques
- Improve time management and prioritization
- Increase confidence in using AI tools
- Expand knowledge of emerging technologies
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- Reduced stress and workload associated with writing tasks
Requirements
- Participants must bring their own laptop