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AI for Students

An inventory of AI tools that can be used by students.

 

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Increase your productivity with Microsoft Copilot, your secure AI-powered assistant that empowers you to find, create and get things done across your whole life. Copilot is a pioneering chat assistant, powered by the latest OpenAI models, GPT-4, and DALL·E 3. Get more done with advanced AI technologies that provide fast, complex, and precise responses. https://copilot.microsoft.com

  1. Writing & Editing (Word)

    • Draft essays, reports, or summaries based on your own ideas.
    • Get help rephrasing or improving grammar and clarity.
    • Generate outlines or brainstorm ideas to get started—then write in your own voice.

  2. Data Analysis (Excel)

    • Analyze survey results or lab data using natural language queries.
    • Create charts, pivot tables, or summaries without needing advanced Excel skills.
    • Use responsibly by understanding the data and verifying results.

  3. Presentations (PowerPoint)

    • Turn your notes or outlines into slide decks.
    • Get design suggestions and speaker notes to enhance your delivery.
    • Always review and personalize content to reflect your own understanding.

  4. Email & Communication (Outlook & Teams)

    • Draft professional emails to professors, classmates, or internship contacts.
    • Summarize long email threads or meeting notes.
    • Use ethically by maintaining academic integrity and respectful communication.

  5. Research & Study Support

    • Summarize articles or readings (when allowed).
    • Generate study guides or flashcards from your notes.
    • Avoid using Copilot to bypass reading assignments or plagiarize content.