This practical, introductory course helps K–12 educators move from curiosity to confident, everyday use of ChatGPT. Built specifically for teachers, it introduces the essentials of how ChatGPT works, how to navigate and personalize the tool, and how to apply it to real classroom and administrative tasks.



What you'll learn
Apply high-impact ChatGPT use cases to save time for daily classroom and administrative tasks
Adapt and personalize AI workflows to meet the specific needs of your students, subject area, and classroom context
Use AI responsibly and confidently with strong practices around privacy, and human-in-the-loop review
Skills you'll gain
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There are 7 modules in this course
Welcome! We're so glad you're here to explore ChatGPT with us. This short module gives you a guided introduction to ChatGPT—how it works, how to move around the interface, and how to personalize it so it supports your teaching style. You’ll practice sending your first chat, engage helpful features like Memory and Custom Instructions, and begin to explore how these tools can save time and streamline everyday classroom tasks. By the end, you’ll be set up with the basics and ready to dive into the rest of the course.
What's included
1 video9 readings1 assignment
By the end of this module, you’ll understand how ChatGPT works, how it forms responses, and how to use that knowledge to get clearer, more reliable, and more classroom-ready results.
What's included
7 readings
In this module, you’ll learn the art of 'prompting'—how to talk to AI to get exactly what you need. We'll introduce a simple yet powerful framework (Task, Context, Expectation) that turns requests into clear instructions. You'll learn to write effective prompts from scratch and, just as importantly, how to refine them to get even better results.
What's included
7 readings2 assignments
From drafting parent emails to designing rubrics and brainstorming lesson hooks, these examples are designed for you to borrow, adapt, and make your own. Here’s a look at the practical ways teachers like you are using ChatGPT every day.
What's included
3 videos7 readings
It’s time to level up your toolkit! In this module, we’ll introduce you to essential tools that let you create images (ImageGen), collaborate on documents (Canvas), talk with AI hands-free (Voice Mode), and get up-to-date information from the web.
What's included
1 video11 readings2 assignments
As you start integrating AI into your work, it’s crucial to do so thoughtfully. This important module provides a simple, practical framework for using AI ethically and safely. We'll cover key principles like protecting student data, keeping a 'human in the loop,' and being transparent, so you can feel confident and prepared to be a responsible AI-powered educator.
What's included
1 video7 readings1 assignment
In this final module, we’ll summarize the key skills you’ve developed throughout the course. This recap will ensure you’re prepared for the ChatGPT Skills Assessment. Successfully completing this assessment will earn you your official Virtual Teacher Certificate. It's time to demonstrate your mastery. Let’s take this final step together to solidify your expertise!
What's included
1 video2 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
This course is designed for teachers working with students in primary and secondary education. School staff, instructional coaches, and administrators may also find it useful.
This is a practical, applied course built to share how ChatGPT can be useful for teachers. No technical background or prior familiarity with ChatGPT required.
This course can be completed using any version of ChatGPT, including the free version, ChatGPT Plus, or an Enterprise workspace provided by your school or district.
Most learners complete the course within a few hours of self-paced study. You can move faster or slower to fit your schedule, since there are no deadlines.
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