LibGuides: Research & Writing Guides: Artificial Intelligence Resources

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This page provides information on prompt engineering and other AI-related resources that students may find useful.

AI Tools & Applications

AI or Not
A web service that helps users determine if an image has been generated by AI. The free tier allows 10 image checks per month. Another free tool that can detect AI-generated images is Illuminarty. Keep in mind that these tools are not always accurate, since AI generators are constantly improving.
GPT Store
OpenAI's directory of GPTs developed by the user community.
LMArena (formerly Chatbot Arena)
Developed by UC Berkeley's Skylab, this application offers a selection of chatbots and allows you to compare results.
NotebookLM
Powered by Google Gemini, this personalized research assistant allows you to interact with information from your own selection of uploaded documents and external sources.
There's an AI for That
A comprehensive aggregator of AI tools in over 100 categories. Updated daily.

AI-Powered Research Tools

Consensus

This AI-powered tool can help you find scholarly articles. Unlike generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Consensus is specifically designed for academic research. See Streamlining Research with AI for a helpful video tutorial. The presenter begins speaking in detail about Consensus at the 10:50 mark.
EBSCO Natural Language Search

Several of the library's EBSCO databases (such as Academic Search Complete, EBSCO eBooks, and others), now offer an AI-powered "natural language" option that enables you to search for sources using complete sentences such as, "What are the effects of global warming on marine ecosystems?"
Once inside an EBSCO database, click Basic Search and look for the "Natural Language Search" toggle switch.

JSTOR
This database's embedded AI Research Tool enables you to interact with scholarly articles and books on topics related to the humanities, sciences, and social sciences. Visit the overview page for a video tutorial and additional information.

Prompt Engineering

[The CO-STAR Framework:] How I Won Singapore’s GPT-4 Prompt Engineering Competition
Sheila Teo
See also: Unlocking the Power of COSTAR Prompt Engineering
Getting started with prompts for text-based Generative AI tools
Harvard University Information Technology
A Guide to Prompting AI (For What It's Worth)
Ethan Mollick
How to Craft Prompts [Using the CLEAR Framework]
Georgetown University
How To Write Effective Prompts for Generative AI Tools
Montana State University
(Includes examples for avoiding bias.)
Master the Perfect ChatGPT Prompt Formula
Jeff Su
Prompt Engineering
OpenAI
Prompt Engineering Guide
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Prompt Engineering 101
Frank Coyle
Prompt Literacy in Academics
University of Michigan
Prompting AI
Florida International University

Recorded Workshops

The Miami Dade College Learning Resources "Skillshop" series provides students with information on a variety of topics that complement classroom learning. For more information and a calendar of upcoming sessions, visit MDC Skillshops.

Below are recordings of Skillshops that focus on AI.

Streamlining Research with AI
Carla Clark, Medical Campus
(This session focuses specifically on Consensus.app)
Chatbots are Cheeky!
Jenny Saxton, Kendall Campus
Enhancing Soft Skills with AI: Bridging Technology & Human Connection
Stephanie Garcia, North Campus
Using Generative AI Tools: Adobe Firefly Edition
Jhony Molina, Wolfson Campus
Talking With Machines: The Secrets of Prompt Engineering
Emmanuel Garcia, Hialeah Campus
Researching With Artificial Intelligence
Simone Williams & Edwin Gilmore, North Campus
AI Tools For Research and Writing
Javier Duenas, North Campus

MDC Communities

AI Center
Miami Dade College AI Centers serve as hubs where technology leaders, industry experts, and students can engage, collaborate, and learn about AI.
The AI Lounge
A student group that promotes interest and knowledge in artificial intelligence among students at Miami Dade College.