Elements of AI

Elements of AI is a free online course series developed by MinnaLearn and the University of Helsinki to teach the basics of artificial intelligence to a broad audience. The courses require no prior knowledge of math or programming and allow learners to progress at their own pace. Part 1, ‘Elements of AI’, introduces what AI is, its possibilities and limitations, and its societal impact. Part 2, ‘Building AI’, delves into the algorithms behind AI methods and recommends basic Python skills. Over 2 million participants from 170 countries have enrolled, with around 40% women. The program also includes options for organizational training, such as ‘Get AI Ready’ for teams and LMS integration. The goal is to empower people to understand and benefit from AI rather than feel threatened by it.

Key Benefits

• Completely free access to course materials
• No prerequisites in math or programming
• Self-paced learning with practical exercises
• Developed by the University of Helsinki and MinnaLearn