ChatGPT: Mastering the Basics for Beginners

ChatGPT: Mastering the Basics for Beginners, Have you heard about ChatGPT but are not sure how to use it?

Course Description

Have you heard about ChatGPT but are not sure how to use it? This course takes you from a curious beginner to a confident user. Whether you want help writing essays, organizing study notes, or generating new ideas, this course shows you how to use AI clearly, safely, and smartly—with no technical background needed.

It’s built for students, self-learners, and anyone who wants to explore how ChatGPT can assist with daily learning and productivity. Each lesson is designed to be short, simple, and directly useful—so you can start seeing results right away.

Course Requirements

• No experience with AI or ChatGPT required

• A laptop, tablet, or phone with internet access

• Willingness to practice using different prompts

What Will You Learn?

• How to access and use ChatGPT from any device

• How to write prompts that get helpful, specific answers

• How to apply ChatGPT to academic tasks like note-taking, studying, and research

• How to adjust the tone, length, or format of AI responses

• How to use ChatGPT responsibly and avoid common mistakes

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Getting Started with ChatGPT

Get familiar with what ChatGPT is, what it can do, and how to access it quickly from any device.

• Lecture 1: What is ChatGPT and Why It Matters
  Learn how ChatGPT works, what it’s designed to do, and how it can help students think faster, write better, and learn more efficiently.

• Lecture 2: Accessing ChatGPT and Navigating the Interface
  Learn how to open ChatGPT on the web or mobile, where to type your prompts, and how to copy, refresh, or reset chats.

Module 2: Writing Smarter Prompts

Understand how your questions shape your results and how to ask better ones.

• Lecture 3: What Makes a Prompt Work?
  Discover how clarity, tone, and structure affect ChatGPT’s response. Try examples that show vague vs. clear prompts.

• Lecture 4: Adjusting Output – Tone, Format, and Detail
  Learn how to control ChatGPT’s tone, make it summarize, or output answers in list/table form.

Module 3: Academic Use Cases for Students

See how ChatGPT can support your writing, studying, and thinking.

• Lecture 5: Summarizing Articles and Study Notes
  Use ChatGPT to extract key ideas from readings and notes—and write summaries that save time.

• Lecture 6: Planning Assignments and Expanding Ideas
  Learn to brainstorm, outline essays, and build content from rough ideas using structured prompts.

• Lecture 7: Creating Hooks, Titles, and Talking Points
  Generate catchy titles, engaging openings, and short speaking points for presentations or class assignments.

Module 4: Everyday Tasks with ChatGPT

Boost productivity with quick, AI-powered support.

• Lecture 8: Organizing Schedules and Study Plans
  Ask ChatGPT to help plan your week, set reminders, or build study schedules just like a digital assistant.

• Lecture 9: Writing Emails and Messages Professionally
  Draft clear and polite emails to professors or teammates—no awkward phrasing or overthinking.

Module 5: Responsible Use and Final Practice

Use AI in a way that helps you grow without replacing your thinking.

• Lecture 10: Ethical Use + Final Practice Challenge
  Learn how to apply ChatGPT ethically in real tasks, write better prompts, and reflect on how to use AI as a support, not a shortcut.

Who This Course Is For?

• College and university students who are new to ChatGPT

• Learners who want help with studying, writing, or organizing information

• Anyone curious about using AI tools for everyday academic and personal tasks

Certificate of Completion

Upon completing the course, students will receive a certificate from Eduta, confirming they can confidently and responsibly use ChatGPT for academic and everyday purposes.