GenAI/Copilot...? What are these and can they really make my life easier in finding information?

Participant Group: All UCC Staff

Facilitator: Stephanie Chen, UCC Library

Overview

Are you feeling overwhelmed with the rise of generative AI (GenAI) or unsure where to start?

This workshop from UCC Library staff will provide a general overview of what GenAI is, how it works, and how GenAI tools like Copilot might be used as part of your work in finding information. The session will include discussion, demonstrations and hands-on exercises, and consideration of appropriate use of AI and critical appraisal.

Learning Outcomes
Attendees will be able to:

Describe in simple terms what large language models (LLMs) are and how they work
Describe some of the potential uses, while being conscious of the limitations
Apply prompts in structured way to obtain suitable responses and information for their needs
Critically evaluate the responses and information obtained through AI tools

Date: Thursday 6th March 2025

Time: 11am - 12.30pm

Location: MS Teams

Book your place Via ESS (Bookings will open 2 or 3 weeks beforehand)

Staff Wellbeing & Development

First Floor, Block E, Food Science Building, UCC, T12 YN60