Digital Capability Learning Hub

Understand the recommended use of AI at McMaster by reviewing the institutional guidelines on the use of Generative AI.

Further enhance your understanding with this 35 minute recording where Dr. Erin Aspenlieder, Special Advisor to the Provost on Generative AI, introduces staff at McMaster to generative AI and to the provisional guidelines. This presentation will cover an overview of the guidelines, how to build prompts and a few use cases. 

This online module aims to provide the learner with an understanding of generative AI to help you think through how these technologies interest with your work. Key topics include: what generative AI is, what can and can’t generative AI tools do, how to use generative AI tools and how it is changing the landscape.  

Interested in learning more about CoPilot? Start here to explore what is Copilot and how to use it with your McMaster access in alignment with key guidelines. 

Watch this recording hosted by University Technology Services which discusses use cases for Copilot to revolutionize the way we work with a focus on enhancing well-being and productivity.

Explore this learning resource to understand the basics of generative AI tools, the art of crafting effective prompts, and the iterative process of refining them to achieve desired outcomes. 

Think critically about how to integrate Generative AI into our work and key privacy considerations which must be evaluated. 

Learn on the go and stay up to date with the constantly evolving world of Generative AI with the podcast AI Dialogues.  

Not sure where to start? Start with Episode 15: Privacy and Information Security with Trudi Wright & Greg Atkinson.

Get started with AI by exploring the McMaster Prompt Library to streamline your administrative tasks and work.

Discover the different applications and tools available within the Microsoft 365 suite and pick up key tips and tricks to optimize these applications. 

Learn how to record video easily in Stream, Powerpoint and MacVideo.

Explore this asynchronous training for Power Automate. Click here to find 3 lessons as well as many examples of flows created here at McMaster.”

Engage in this online training by Information Security Services to enhance your cyber fitness.

Watch this recording hosted by University Technology Services to enhance your understanding of good practices through the information management lifecycle.

Explore different data management resources in research. Find the modality that is right for you with event recordings, online modules, and webinars on data in research.

Learn how to use 3D printers, laser cutters, and sewing machines at the Thode Maker Space.

Learn how to create a podcast or to use Virtual Reality equipment at the Lyons New Media Centre.

Explore on demand, bite-sized learning opportunities directly integrated into your Teams with  Viva Learning.

Check out learning on how to best leverage Microsoft 365 applications and more!

Gain easy access to on-demand learning resources on how to navigate the HR modules in Mosaic with the HR Resource Hub.