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Needham Community Education’s NCE Elementary program offers a wide array of after school classes at each elementary school at the end of the school day.
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Are you feeling like AI is moving faster than you can keep up? Or, perhaps you are dabbling with ChatGPT and want to do more. You’re not alone—and you’re not too late. This welcoming class is designed for curious, engaged adults who want a safe, supportive space to get up to speed with tools including ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Gemini. Through guided instruction and dedicated in-class practice time, you’ll learn how to confidently and safely use today’s most powerful generative AI tools in ways that truly make life easier—no tech experience needed. By the end of the session, you will:
This is your chance to get comfortable using AI and make it work for and with you. No pressure. No jargon. Just clear, hands-on learning in a friendly environment. Come as you are—leave ready to take on the AI world with confidence. Note: Students should bring their fully charged laptop or tablet to class, and upload ChatGPT to it. Limited to 25.
Led by Kim McCormick and taught by AI Collective Group certified team educators, this course brings together proven expertise in making AI accessible and actionable for adult learners. Kim, a certified AI practitioner and experienced facilitator, has guided individuals and organizations for decades as a partnership strategist for nonprofit leaders. The AI Collective Group team includes Christine Parker, a strategist and connector who has led global teams and serves as adjunct professor at CUNY and Syracuse University, and Audra Myerberg, a seasoned nonprofit and luxury hospitality marketing and communications strategist. Together, they blend patient instruction, real-world business acumen, and creative problem-solving to help learners confidently use AI tools to simplify work, save time, and unlock new possibilities. Expect an energizing, transformative workshop where curiosity meets practical application.
Kim McCormick
