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Vanderbilt University

Trustworthy Generative AI

We see lots of news reports of Generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, making mistakes and producing inaccurate information. Many of these mistakes happen because humans use the tools in the wrong way - trying to solve unsuitable problems and not thinking about risk. Hallucination isn't a bug, it's a feature when you approach problems correctly. This course teaches techniques for determining if a problem fits Generative AI's capabilities, framing problems to reduce risk, prompt engineering for trust, and appropriate human engagement in the process. Students learn concrete prompt designs, how to check outputs, how to use Generative AI for ideation and creation, ways to augment human skills, and more ethical, beneficial applications. The course will show how you can: - Leverage prompt engineering techniques to generate more reliable outputs - Master methods to verify and validate outputs - Frame problems in alternative ways to reduce risk - Apply generative AI for creative ideation - Use Generative AI in ways that augment rather than replace human reasoning and creativity

Status: Generative AI
Status: ChatGPT
BeginnerCourse9 hours

Featured reviews

KK

5.0Reviewed Feb 27, 2024

An outstanding introduction on how to leverage generative AI, particularly for those with subject matter expertise, as well as how not to misuse AI. Thanks, Professor White!

MD

5.0Reviewed Jul 13, 2024

Thank you. It was extremely insightful as a topic, and I highly appreciated the multiple examples and additional reading material. Highly recommend if you are heading to explore Gen AI.

CA

5.0Reviewed Jun 11, 2024

The assignments were harder than I thought but they allowed me to understand the problems with Generative AI and how to manage those weaknesses appropriately.

BM

5.0Reviewed Apr 18, 2024

Within the specialization track, I felt as though this class could focus more on impact-driving knowledge, but overall, I am delighted with my purchase and new understanding of the subject matter.

M

5.0Reviewed Sep 25, 2025

This course was excellent for those who want to learn about Generative AI and how you can incorporate it into your work duties. I highly recommend.

JC

5.0Reviewed Dec 18, 2025

This was a great and insightful course. I liked how the exams incorporated an essay style with interactive project requirements and not the traditional multiple choice process.

EH

4.0Reviewed Aug 25, 2024

The content is very helpful and insightful. The main point for improvement is that the assignments/tests are not graded and there is no feedback on them

BP

5.0Reviewed May 25, 2025

Took its as the 3rd course in the specialisation of Prompt engineering. Very insightful throughout all the courses. Jules is a very involved teacher. I have really found an interest for this subject.

WN

5.0Reviewed Aug 15, 2025

Jules is an amazing teacher. He takes his time explaining the material but also goes into detail. I thoroughly enjoyed this program and will definitely take more classes that are taught by Jules

RR

5.0Reviewed Aug 11, 2025

I love learning about AI, and the classes from Vanderbilt University are awesome! I want to take them all. Jules White is a fantastic instructor for the courses. I love these classes. :)

MH

4.0Reviewed Jan 8, 2025

The messages about how to use IA , what kind of problems are adequated to be treated is very useful. However models las gpt4o1 may need some different approaches

DT

5.0Reviewed Feb 4, 2024

The shortest and most useful of all the classes; but only if you take the other two classes in this offering. My life is better for having made an effort to understand Augmented Intelligence.

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