Introduction to AI Tools: Understanding Prompting

This class is designed for anyone who wants to learn how to use tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, and NotebookLM in an easy-to-understand way.

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn:

• What prompting is and why it matters
• Simple prompt formulas anyone can use
• How to ask AI for travel plans, meal ideas, research and fact-checking, writing and editing help
• How to talk to AI naturally and get better answers
• How to fix mistakes when AI misunderstands your question

Perfect for beginners, older adults, small business owners, realtors, or anyone curious about how AI can make life easier. No experience needed—just bring your device and be ready to learn!

About the teacher:

Laura Kirkpatrick is a marketing professional , and AI educator who has recently completed her Certification in Generative AI from Cornell University. She teaches ongoing AI workshops at the Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce, helping business owners, professionals, and everyday users understand how to integrate AI into their daily work and personal lives.

With a background in marketing, real estate, small-business consulting, and digital design, Laura brings a practical, hands-on teaching style that makes complex technology simple, approachable, and fun. Her classes focus on real-world tools—like ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, NotebookLM, Canva, and Reclaim.ai—and show participants how to use AI to save time, increase productivity, and improve decision-making.

Laura’s mission is to empower her community with modern digital skills and help people feel confident navigating today’s fast-changing AI landscape.

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