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About the Course

AI Fundamentals is an Introductory course designed for small businesses and nonprofits who want to start using AI tools effectively in their daily workflow. This course offers plain language, real-world examples, and short video lessons to teach you practical AI knowledge that you can apply immediately. This course offers about 30 minutes of Video Learning and approximately 8-10 hours of total learning time. This Course is a  recommended pre-requisite for our applied AI Courses.

Course Creator. Coach. Consultant.

Brett Price is a business and technology consultant with over 25 years of experience helping small and medium-sized organizations improve productivity through strategic planning, operational improvements, and digital transformation. As a founder of AIQGroup.ca, he has trained hundreds of leaders and teams to leverage digital technologies and AI. This AI Learning Series distills these insights into practical, role-specific training, empowering you to do more with less in today’s fast-changing world.

Course Curriculum

9 Chapters · 50 Lessons

  1. 1

    OVERVIEW: AI Fundamentals for Small Business & NonProfits

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      INTRO: To this course and the AI Learning Series

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      ABOUT US: AIQ Consulting and Learning Series Host Brett Price

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      AI OVERVIEW: High level discussion about AI, It's limitations, and How and Why to use it in your small business or nonprofit.

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      GETTING STARTED: Get good at prompts. Then Walk. Crawl. Run.

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      1.1 AI FUNDAMENTALS (Part 1) - AI Concepts

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      1.2 AI FUNDAMENTALS (Part 2) - Creating A Plan

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    1.1: Demystifying AI. What It Is and Why It Matters

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      Why AI Matters for Your Small Organization

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      Decoding Key AI Jargon (Generative AI, LLM, etc.)

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      Understanding AI's Core Capabilities: What It Can (and Can't) Do

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      Spotting AI You Already Use in Your Daily Operations

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      The #1 Rule: AI as a Co-pilot, Not an Autopilot

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      Quiz

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    1.2: Getting Great Results from AI

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      The Art of the Prompt: Giving Clear Instructions

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      Beyond the Basics: Advanced Prompting Techniques

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      Creating Your AI "Board of Directors" for Better Decisions

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      The Critical Thinking Check: Verifying and Refining AI Output

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      Personalizing Your AI: Teaching It Your Voice and Style

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      AI Thread Strategy: Keep Conversations Focused

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      Quiz

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    1.3: Overcoming AI's Limitations (And Your Own)

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      Why AI Can Be Inconsistent, Incomplete, and... Wrong

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      The Myth of the "Perfect" AI: Setting Realistic Expectations

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      User Error vs. AI Error: How Better Skills Lead to Better Results

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      Combating Misinformation and Misuse: Your Role in Responsible AI

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      Beyond Self-Paced Learning: When to Seek Community, Training, and Expert Help

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      Quiz

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    1.4: Your AI Toolkit: 5 High-Impact Tool Categories

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      AI Writing Assistants: For emails, reports, and marketing copy

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      AI Meeting Assistants: For automated notes and action items

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      AI Design Tools: For social media graphics and presentations

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      AI Chatbots: For instant website and internal support

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      AI for Data Analysis: For understanding spreadsheets and customer data

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      Quiz

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    1.5: Navigating the AI Tool Landscape

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      The "Big Four" AI Assistants: Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, and Copilot

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      Ecosystem Advantage: Choosing Between Google (Gemini) and Microsoft (Copilot)

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      Specialized Tools: AI for Research (NotebookLM) and Creative Ideation

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      Generative Tools: Creating Images, Presentations, and Video

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      Integrated AI: Finding AI within Your Existing Business Software

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      Quiz

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    1.6: Implementing Your First AI Project

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      Identifying High-Impact, Low-Risk AI Opportunities

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      Choosing the Right Tool for the Job

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      Starting Small: A Step-by-Step Pilot Project Plan

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      Measuring Success: Simple Metrics for AI ROI

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      Avoiding Common Pitfalls and Scoping for Success

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      Quiz

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    1.7: Leading Your Team in the AI Era

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      Leading by Example: The Manager's Role in AI Adoption

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      Encouraging Smart Experimentation and Learning

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      Simple AI Policies and Ethical Guidelines for Your Team

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      Addressing Team Concerns and Fostering Trust

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      Integrating AI into Team Workflows

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      Quiz

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    1.8: Course Wrap-up & Next Steps

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      Course Wrap-Up & Next Steps

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Executive Director, BC Non-Profit

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“AIQ has been a “champion” of our organization since our inception. Through the Columbia Basin Trust Non-Profit program, they worked with us on developing first strategic plan, and most recently, presented an informative and valuable AI presentation at our Speaker Series. Currently we are working with them on streamlining our information management and production workflows. I endorse AIQ’s work and would be excited to refer our members to their AI learning series."
Kevin P.

Executive Director, BC Outdoor Economic Development Organization

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