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Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is a type of computer application that generates output. This output can take the form of text, images, sound, and more. The output generated by AI is based on sources of information that the AI is trained on. Generative AIs are trained on millions of texts taken from the internet and other sources.
Below is a video that explains the basics of artificial intelligence.
This guide is a resource made for both students and instructors who want to dive into using AI in a responsible and ethical way. It is your handbook for navigating the world of AI in your academic work.
Inside, you'll find valuable information on how to not just use AI tools, but how to engage with them critically. There are practical examples to show you the ropes, and if you're hungry for more knowledge, there's extra reading material to take your understanding to the next level.
These links have some useful information. They give you background knowledge, like who owns the AI tools everyone talks about. You'll also find clear explanations of the words people use when they talk about AI, like the Turing Test.
This work is adapted from "Artificial Intelligence Guide" by Bronte Chiang, used under CC BY 4.0. It was adapted by Leah Hildebrand with assistance from ChatGPT 3.0, and is licensed under CC BY 4.0.