Be Prepared for the Age of AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a tool that has entered nearly every sector of business and life. How much it is used ranges from automating small tasks to outright fulfilling entire workflows.

Even if you don’t intend on using AI tools yourself, it’s important to understand how this technology works to protect yourself from its unintended or even malicious use. You may even discover how it might make some parts of your day a little easier.

Unlock the Power of AI: A Friendly, Hands-On Workshop Series

Starts September 12 at noon at West Las Vegas Library

Across four sessions, these workshops are free, conversational and focus on real skills you can use the moment you leave. Bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop.

Practical AI Skills for Today’s Workforce
 

Friday, September 18 at 3:30 p.m. at West Henderson Library

This beginner-friendly workshop is designed to help adults build confidence with emerging technology.

 

Unlocking the Potential of A.I.

 

Saturday, September 26 at 11 a.m. at Whitney Library

This session will demystify how generative AI operates, spotlight important considerations and explore
simple, everyday applications. Free and open to the public. 

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence from Vegas PBS Lifelong Learning

Gain a foundational knowledge of AI,
including the development process of AI engines and ethical factors of use.


 

PBS LearningMedia

 

PBS’s free education platform provides videos, interactives, and lesson materials for teachers and families who want to explore AI with school-age children.
 

Artificial Intelligence for Research & Scholarship (from Harvard Library)

A more advanced resource for students, researchers and lifelong learners covering responsible generative AI use, attribution, research and academic integrity.
 

Youth AI Safety Institute

 

The Youth AI Safety Institute is a new, independent effort to research AI’s impact, set safety standards and evaluate AI products.

 

Virtual AI Resources from AARP
 

Senior Planet from AARP offers free online classes, ranging from how AI is being used in everyday life, how you can spot it, what the current advances and limitations are and how it will shape the future. 

PBS NewsHour Classroom / MediaWise — AI and Misinformation

A media-literacy lesson on ChatGPT, misinformation and distinguishing credible information from AI-generated material.
 

Las Vegas-Clark County Library District — AI & Digital Learning

Technology programs across local branches, plus a beginner AI Core Skills course through the Library District’s Fiero Code learning platform.
 

College of Southern Nevada — Workforce & AI Training
 

Formal and workforce-focused options include an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning certificate, self-paced AI courses, job-readiness training and career coaching.

EmployNV — Training and Career Resources
 

Connects Nevadans with online training, career services and education programs, including WIOA-eligible opportunities.
 

Federal Trade Commission — AI Scams and Consumer Protection

Guidance on AI-enabled voice cloning, family-emergency impersonation and steps consumers can take to protect themselves.

CodeAI — How Artificial Intelligence Works

Accessible lessons from the nonprofit formerly known as Code.org on machine learning, generative AI, ethics and real-world applications.
 

Khan Academy — AI for Education

A structured collection covering machine learning, large language models, bias, training data, creativity and responsible use.
 

Connect the Bay: AI Today

A broad public-media introduction to AI’s effects on business, education, research, ethics and the workforce.

PBS — Smart Thinking in the Age of AI

A public-media panel covering foundational concepts and how AI is changing how people learn, work and interact.