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A free, 1-week AI literacy course for every American worker — delivered entirely by text message. No laptop or internet needed. Just your phone.
7-Day Curriculum
5 Pillars of AI Literacy #
Understand AI Principles
Understanding AI's core concepts, capabilities, and limitations, creating the foundation for effective use.
Explore AI Uses
Directly exploring different AI tools and relevant use cases, and how AI can complement human expertise.
Direct AI Effectively
Understanding how to provide the right context to AI and how to create clear prompts that produce effective outputs.
Evaluate AI Outputs
Assessing AI-generated results for accuracy and relevance, and understanding how to iterate on AI outputs.
Use AI Responsibly
Using AI in ethical and secure ways, protecting critical information, and ensuring accountability for outcomes. How It Works
Built for Every American #
Just Your Phone
No laptop, no app, no Wi-Fi required. Any cell phone works — including basic flip phones. Text READY to 20202 and you're enrolled.
10 Minutes a Day
Get daily, bite-sized, and interactive content delivered straight to your texts. Lessons meet you where you are, not the other way around.
The Start of Your AI Journey
The course is your starting point to benefit from AI. When you finish, we'll show you resources to continue to deepen your skills or explore AI-related careers.
Start Today.It's Free. #
In one week, you'll go from AI-curious to AI-confident.
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