This hands-on workshop introduces academics to the practical use of Large Language Models (LLMs) for teaching, research, and administrative tasks. Participants will learn how to choose and access different types of LLMs, set effective system prompts, and understand the differences between proprietary cloud-based models and open-weight/local options.
Through real-world examples, the workshop demonstrate show Al can streamline academic workflows, from drafting letters and summarising complex documents to conducting literature searches, generating research outlines, creating slides, and even using agentic Al for programming and LaTeX writing. By the end, participants will be equipped with strategies to harness Al tools responsibly and effectively, boosting productivity and innovation across their academic practice.
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