Finding information using Generative AI
This interactive, hands-on workshop introduces you to the practical use of AI tools for literature searching and finding information. You will learn how to craft effective questions and prompts to get better responses, explore how AI can streamline the search process, and critically assess the quality and reliability of AI-generated content. This session will equip you with the skills to search smarter using AI, deepening your AI competencies.
This workshop will take place on Microsoft Teams.
For further resources and to download a copy of the workshop slides, please visit the Library Research and Referencing Moodle page.
Details of all our workshops can be found on our InfoSkills workshops page.
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Email library@mmu.ac.uk if you have any problems booking.
Associated Badges:
In A Nutshell...
- Explore... how AI tools can support literature searching and finding information.
- Utilise... prompt engineering techniques to improve responses.
- Evaluate... the strengths and limitations of AI-generated responses in the context of finding information.
- Ask... your questions and receive help with any challenges you may be having.
- Earn up to 5 Rise points ... which can be recognised within your degree.
Schedule
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11:00 to 12:00 on 19/11/25 - Takes place online
Finding information using generative AI