Module 01
~45 minWhat Even Is AI?
Demystify the buzzwords. Learn what a model actually is, what 'training' means, and why AI is suddenly everywhere.
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Module 01
~45 minDemystify the buzzwords. Learn what a model actually is, what 'training' means, and why AI is suddenly everywhere.
Module 02
~1 hourThe hardest part of any AI project is knowing where to start. We'll help you connect AI capabilities to problems you actually care about.
Draws from research finding that FGLI students need structured scaffolding for self-directed exploration.
Open moduleModule 03
~1.5 hoursLearn to use AI tools like Perplexity to scope a research landscape fast - then go deeper with primary sources.
Directly incorporates interviewee suggestion that 'a summary of existing literature would be very helpful as a starting point'.
LockedModule 04
~2-3 hours (split across sessions)Put it together. We'll walk you through prototyping an AI-powered project - no coding background required for most tracks.
Module 05
~45 minShare what you've built and get constructive feedback. This is where most of the actual learning happens.
Directly from interviewee: 'Working with peers - if you ask me where I learn most from, it's constructive criticism.'
LockedModule 06
~1 hourHow do you talk about your AI project in a cover letter? An interview? A research application? We'll help you frame it.