CURV 892 - AI for Presentations
Course Description
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a vast field that encompasses various disciplines and requires a diverse skill set. As AI tools permeate workforces across all industries, it’s becoming increasingly important to demonstrate that you can effectively and ethically use generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, or DALL-E 2.
In AI for Presentations, you will be asked to demonstrate your ability to construct a series of prompts using generative AI tools to build a presentation slide deck equivalent to a 5-minute presentation appropriate for senior leadership within a workplace setting. This microcredential will guide you through the nuances of AI-assisted presentation development – from understanding ethical considerations and ensuring responsible use of AI tools, respecting privacy and intellectual property, to developing slide content that meets the needs of a particular audience.
Whether you're looking to enhance your professional skills or stay ahead in the ever-evolving field of AI, this microcredential assesses the skill sets necessary to excel in AI for Presentations.
What to Expect
This Curv microcredential showcases your proficiency in using generative AI effectively and ethically for presentations. When you sign up, we provide refresher resources and exercises you can do independently to practice your skills. Then, you will complete an assessment to demonstrate your competency. An expert will review your work, and you will receive a personalized result. If you meet our standard for expertise, you will receive a Toronto Metropolitan University Curv microcredential from the G. Raymond Chang School that proves you can:
- Provide a generative AI presentation-building tool with a series of prompts, including:
- Describing the purpose and length of the presentation
- Describing the primary audience of the presentation
- Introducing the topic, including any caveats or considerations, to build the outline of a five-minute presentation
- Asking the generative AI to create a first draft
- Reviewing the first draft, personalizing, correcting and adjusting presentation content, flow, and images
- Considering ethical parameters and adapting accordingly
- Creating a conventional, workplace-appropriate presentation slide deck based on generative outputs that satisfies the needs of the audience outlined in the scenario
Meet the Curv Creator
Eve is an entrepreneur, technologist, and mental health advocate. Since 2018, she has operated across three early-stage digital health companies. Completing the NEXT36 program with NEXT Canada and driven by a determination to tackle the mental health crisis across post-secondary institutions, she and her co-founder launched Compass, a mental healthcare navigation platform for students. During this time, she worked on go-to-market strategy, business development, data governance, and various other parts of the business, leading the platform's development and reach across the country. She now serves on the board of CAMH Engage and is a community member of Women in AI Ethics.
Who Should Take This Program?
This program is designed to be inclusive and beneficial for anyone who needs to create presentations in a professional setting. It is suitable for individuals at all levels, from entry-level to executives. This microcredential is for those who want to demonstrate their ability to develop presentations that directly support work-related objectives with the assistance of AI.
Our microcredential focuses on practical application rather than just theoretical knowledge. It’s for professionals who want to validate their ability to incorporate AI into their everyday professional roles, particularly in creating presentations for business insights and decision-making. Enrolling in this program can significantly enhance your professional performance and give you a competitive edge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements for this microcredential?
You should have foundational knowledge and skills before enrolling. If you can answer ‘yes’ to all of the following statements, then you may be ready to enrol:
- Basic computer literacy (hardware, software, internet, etc.)
- Knowledge and familiarity with at least one generative AI tool (e.g. Chat GPT, Google Bard, Bing Chat, etc.)
- Proficiency with spoken and written English
- Understanding of analyzing data and presenting information in reports
What do I need to do for the assessment?
In the assessment, you will be randomly assigned one of two scenarios and tasked with using generative AI tools ethically to create a Google Slides slide deck equivalent to a 5-minute presentation appropriate for senior leadership within a workplace setting. You will be required to create a structure that follows a recommended presentation outline and to integrate scenario information to meet the needs of the audience and purpose.
What are the technological requirements for the assessment?
You will need a:
- Stable Internet connection (no minimum connection speed required)
- Computer with an Internet browser (e.g., Edge, Safari, Chrome, Firefox, etc.) Note: Chrome Internet browser is recommended for optimal experience
- Mobile phone* capable of receiving an SMS text message
*Why do I need a mobile phone? To log in to the my.torontomu.ca portal and access the microcredential environment (D2L Brightspace), you will need a mobile device for two-factor authentication.
How much time do I have to complete the assessment after enrolling?
Your microcredential will last two weeks. In the first week, you will have access to the microcredential environment (D2L Brightspace) to explore the supporting materials and practice activities that prepare you for the assessment. The supporting materials are self-paced and can take approximately two to seven hours to complete, depending on your prior knowledge and experience.
In the second week, you will gain access to the assessment. You will be able to open the assessment window at any time within that second week. Depending on the microcredential, the assessment window may be time limited (for example, three hours).
What are my support options?
Upon enrolling, you will have access to refresher resources and exercises. Your expert assessor will be available through the D2L Support Forum for any questions prior to the assessment. If you have any questions or experience any technical issues, you may contact Toronto Metropolitan University’s Computing and Communications Services (CCS) by email or phone.
What happens once I complete the assessment?
A week after you complete the assessment, you will receive your result from an expert assessor.
If you are able to meet the criteria and pass the assessment, you will receive a shareable Toronto Metropolitan University digital credential. This credential can be shared on your LinkedIn profile, personal website, or anywhere you want to display your achievements.
If you are not able to meet the criteria and do not pass the assessment, you can re-enrol and try again when the next offering of this microcredential is available. Be sure to review your feedback and ensure that you have filled any gaps in knowledge or skill before registering for a future offering of this microcredential.