Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI)
Welcome! This guide contains:
- What is Gen AI?
- Strengths and Weaknesses of Gen AI
- AI Tools
- Using Gen AI for research
- How to evaluate resources from Gen AI
- How to cite Gen AI
- AI in Movies
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Please note that Gen AI is continuously evolving and as such so will the content on this guide, If you have any questions, comments about the content on this guide please reach out to Jenn Horwath
What is Generative AI?
Generative Artificial Intelligence: A type of AI that is “trained” by being fed content and that then creates evolving rules, based on that content, to create new content. The AI can predict the next items in a series based on these rules and gets better and better, the more practice it gets and the more data it consumes (Center for Engaged Pedagogy Barnard College, 2025). GenAI can produce text, graphics, video, images and more! For example, ChatGPT is a form of GenAI and can create content in natural human language, in response to prompts.
Artificial Intelligence: A form of computer capability that can complete advanced tasks usually completed by humans (MIT Management Sloan School, 2021).
Generative Artificial Intelligence: Artificial Intelligence that creates new content (text, graphics, etc.) (Center for Integrative Research in Computing and Learning Sciences, 2024).
Machine Learning: A technique used to train Artificial Intelligence whereby the computer is able to produce data by identifying patterns. "In Machine Learning, an algorithm will identify rules and patterns without a human specifying those rules and patterns" (Center for Integrative Research in Computing and Learning Sciences, 2024). ChatGPT is an example of AI built using machine learning.
Large Language Model: A computer program that has been fed large amounts of content in order to be able to interpret human language and output responses to prompts in natural human language (Gartner, n.d.).
Library Resources about AI
Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI by Call Number: FENNELL STACKS ; QA76.76.E95 M655 2024Publication Date: 2024
AI and I: An intellectual history of artificial intelligence by ISBN: 9780262548731Publication Date: 2024
The Future of Higher Education in Age of Artificial Intelligence by Call Number: FENNELL STACKS LB1028.43 .M87 2024Publication Date: 2024
AI Explained by Publication Date: 2024This book provides a comprehensive understanding of AI and why it’s becoming a transformative force in today’s world. Additional coverage includes the technical processes behind AI creation, learning how data and algorithms power intelligent systems, and making complex technology accessible and understandable.
The ChatGPT Revolution by Publication Date: 2024Learn how to simplify your life with AI in this essential guide -- now fully updated and revised, with even more ideas to spark creativity and boost efficiency. From emails and reports to planning your next meal or vacation, generative AI can help you simplify your daily tasks and responsibilities.
Practical Generative AI with ChatGPT by Publication Date: 2025Learn how to get the most out of ChatGPT by creating AI assistants, learning prompt engineering, analyzing documents and images, and kickstarting your journey into generative AI.
Applied Generative AI for Beginners by Publication Date: 2023This book provides a deep dive into the world of generative AI, covering everything from the basics of neural networks to the intricacies of large language models like ChatGPT and Google Gemini. It serves as a one-stop resource for anyone interested in understanding and applying this transformative technology and is particularly aimed at those just getting started with generative AI.
Generative AI by Publication Date: 2024An engaging and essential discussion of generative artificial intelligence. In the book, you'll explore the short but eventful history of generative artificial intelligence, what it's achieved so far, and how it's likely to evolve.
Introduction to Generative AI by Publication Date: 2024Generative AI tools like ChatGPT are amazing--but how will their use impact our society? This book introduces the world-transforming technology and the strategies you need to use generative AI safely and effectively.
- How to use ChatGPT and generative AI to help create contentLearn to generate high-quality content and artwork with cutting-edge language models.
- What's new in AI : Generative AI with Dan Jeffries.This video provides a chance to hear from leading minds in the field on topics such as generative AI, large language models, responsible AI, current regulations, and other developments as they appear.
- What is Generative AI?Generative AI expert Pinar Seyhan Demirdag covers the basics of generative AI, including what it is, how it works, how to create your content, different types of models, future predictions, and ethical implications.
- Introduction to Generative AIThis introductory course is designed for beginners without prior knowledge of generative AI.
How ChatGPT Works
A series of videos that explain how ChatGPT works without getting into any heavy math or computer science concepts.
Disclaimer
It's important to note that the information provided here serves as a general guide. Generative AI might not be allowed in your courses or assignments. If your instructor offers specific guidelines that differ from the information presented here, it's crucial to adhere to your instructor's directives.