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Generative AI Tools at VU
Current members of the Vanderbilt University community (students, faculty & staff) have access to select generative AI tools and products including:
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Vanderbilt AI (Amplify)Click on the login button and use your SSO credentials to access.
Once in the Vanderbilt.AI (Amplify) platform, you can adjust the model you would like to use by choosing from the drop down menu, as seen below. Options shown may change over time.
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Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft Copilot is a generative AI chatbot developed by Microsoft. Currently, it is accessible to the Vanderbilt University community in the following ways:
- Users utilizing Windows 10 version 19041.0 or higher can navigate to the Microsoft Copilot app within the Microsoft store and download (free.)
- To upgrade to Windows 11, please contact VUIT to request that software update to your machine's Software Center.
- Microsoft 365 Copilot is available by logging in with your VU credentials at https://copilot.microsoft.com/
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Scite This link opens in a new windowA smart citation index that uses scientific publications to contextualize citations and indicate whether the content provides supporting or contrasting evidence for a referenced work. It offers a quantitative and qualitative insight into how scientific publications cite each other.
Coursera at Vanderbilt
To enroll and earn Coursera credentials for free (for select courses) Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students should create an account and log in using their Vanderbilt email address:
You will be directed to the Vanderbilt SSO login page.
- If you have logged in and used Coursera with your Vanderbilt email before, select "I'm an existing Coursera user".
- If you have not logged in and used Coursera with your Vanderbilt email before, click "Join Program" if you see the modal.
- If you are a new user, select "I'm a new Coursera user" and create an account using your Vanderbilt email address.
Once logged in as a Vanderbilt user, Coursera courses with the designation "Included in your organization's learning program" next to the ENROLL button are eligible for the certificate fee to be waived upon course completion.
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Generative AI PrimerInstructor: Dr. Jules White. Beginner level. 1 hour to complete
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Trustworthy Generative AIInstructor: Dr. Jules White. Beginner level. 8 hours to complete.
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Prompt Engineering for ChatGPTInstructor: Dr. Jules White. Beginner level. 18 hours to complete
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Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for AllInstructor: Dr. Jules White. Beginner level. 8 hours to complete.
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OpenAI GPTs: Creating Your Own Custom AI AssistantsInstructor: Dr. Jules White. Beginner level. 7 hours to complete
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ChatGPT Advanced Data AnalysisInstructor: Dr. Jules White. Beginner level. 10 hours to complete.
Library AI Upskilling Resources
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O'Reilly for Higher Education This link opens in a new window
Instruction and reference materials on computer programming, technology, and business transformation. The platform includes books, videos, case studies, audio books, and structured learning paths. An O'Reilly user account will automatically be created for first time users. For details, please refer to the O'Reilly Privacy Policy.
Mobile app is available at https://www.oreilly.com/online-learning/apps.html.
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HBR Guide to AI Basics for Managers
eBook. Includes chapters on:
* AI Fundamentals
* Building your AI Team
* Working with AI
* Managing Ethics and Bias
* Scaling AI
Gen AI Thought Leaders
AI in all forms is changing rapidly. To stay on top of the developing technology, we recommend the following resources:
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One Useful ThingThis blog/newsletter provides a research-based view on the implications of AI by Prof. Ethan Mollick of the Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania.
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Superhuman AIAI newsletter and blog.
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Forrester This link opens in a new window
Reports and analysis that focus on the business implications of technology change. Jupiter media research and analysis incorporated into Forrester. At the Forrester login screen, enter your Vanderbilt email address in the Business Email Address field without a password, then click the Log In button. You'll be prompted to enter your VU username and password. First time users will need to complete a brief registration form.
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Gartner This link opens in a new window
IT data and analysis: executive summaries, perspectives, research briefs, research notes, special reports on IT-related issues. Spotlights key technologies, products, trends, opportunities, vendors and products.
