Learn Artificial Intelligence
— 10 Modules, Free, Kenya-Made
From AI basics to prompt engineering, vibe coding, and a capstone project you'll actually ship. Kenyan-built. No prior coding required. The course is 100% free — a verifiable certificate is optional (KSH 1,000 / $7.50).
What You'll Learn
By the end of this course, you'll understand:
The Curriculum
10 Modules — A Complete AI Path
From "what is AI?" to shipping a real project with AI-assisted coding. Each module takes 30-45 minutes of focused study. Take them at your own pace — there's no deadline and the course itself is 100% free.
What Is Artificial Intelligence?
Start from zero. What AI actually is (and isn't), a brief history from Turing to ChatGPT, the difference between narrow AI, general AI, and what's actually shipping today. Embedded video + quiz.
How Machines Actually Learn
Demystifying machine learning and neural networks — using analogies, not algorithms. You'll understand what a "model" is, how training data shapes behaviour, and why AI "hallucinates."
AI in Your Everyday Life
Spotify playlists, Google Maps routes, Netflix recs, M-Pesa fraud detection, Safaricom chatbots. AI is already everywhere — this module is your tour of where.
Prompt Engineering 101
The single most valuable skill right now. How to talk to ChatGPT / Claude / Gemini so they give you what you actually want. The CO-STAR framework, role-context-task-output patterns, and the 10 mistakes beginners make.
Advanced Prompt Engineering
Go beyond basics. Chain-of-thought prompting, few-shot examples, system prompts, prompt injection basics, and how to build reusable prompt templates for your work or studies.
AI Tools for Students & Teachers
Hands-on with the tools that actually matter: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, NotebookLM, Khanmigo, Photomath. Which one for which job. How to combine them. Free vs paid — what's actually worth paying for.
AI for Work Productivity
Your career upgrade. Writing emails and reports, summarising meetings, building spreadsheets, doing research, analysing documents — how to cut 10 hours off your work week with AI.
Vibe Coding — Build Without Being a Coder
The single most empowering module. You'll build a real working web page with nothing but plain-English instructions to an AI. Deploy it live on the internet. Share the link with your friends. No prior coding required.
AI Ethics, Bias, Privacy — Kenyan Context
The grown-up conversation. AI bias, hallucinations, deepfakes, job displacement, the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019, and what "responsible AI use" actually means for students, teachers and professionals.
Capstone Project + Your Certificate
The final module. You'll plan, build, and publish a small AI-powered project of your choice — a study tool, a work automation, a content helper. Submit it and earn your AI Foundations Certificate.
On Completion · Optional
Earn a Verifiable Certificate — KSH 1,000 / $7.50
The full 10-module course is 100% free. If you want a shareable, verifiable certificate to put on your CV or LinkedIn, the optional certificate is KSH 1,000 (Kenyans, M-Pesa) or $7.50 USD (international, PayPal/Card). Every certificate has a unique ID and a public verification URL — employers can confirm authenticity in seconds.
What the certificate covers:
- ✓ AI Foundations — Modules 1-3 confirm you understand what AI is, how it works, and where it's already everywhere around you.
- ✓ Prompt Engineering — Modules 4-5 confirm you can get precise, useful output from ChatGPT / Claude / Gemini using pro frameworks.
- ✓ AI Tools + Work Productivity — Modules 6-7 confirm you can use AI to save hours of work every week.
- ✓ Vibe Coding — Module 8 confirms you've built and deployed a real web project with AI-assisted coding.
- ✓ AI Ethics + Kenyan Context — Module 9 confirms you understand responsible AI use under the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019.
- ✓ Capstone Project — Module 10 confirms you've shipped a real AI-powered project you can show off.
- ✓ Shareable & Verifiable — Unique certificate code lets anyone verify your completion at cbcedukenya.com/verify.
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What Is Artificial Intelligence?
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🤖 So what actually is AI?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is any computer system that can perform tasks that normally require human intelligence.
That includes things like: understanding language, recognising images, making decisions, translating text, generating creative content, and learning from experience.
When you ask Siri a question — that's AI. When M-Pesa flags a suspicious transaction — that's AI. When Netflix recommends a show you actually enjoy — that's AI. When Safaricom's system recognises your voice — that's AI.
📌 Key Analogy
Think of AI like teaching a child. You show them 1,000 pictures of cats and 1,000 pictures of dogs. After a while, they can tell the difference — even with a new picture they've never seen. That's exactly how many AI systems work. They "learn" by seeing thousands of examples.
The 3 main types of AI:
The full module includes 2,000 words, an embedded video, timeline, and a quiz. Enrol to access everything.
Unlock Full Module 1 — It's Free →For Kids · Ages 8–14
Have a child? We built one for them too.
A separate 10-lesson AI course built for Kenyan kids. Friendly language, hands-on projects with Teachable Machine, safety rules for using ChatGPT at home, and a colourful certificate co-signed by mum or dad. KSH 500 for the cert — half our adult price.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course really free?
Yes — completely free. All 5 modules, the quizzes, and the certificate cost nothing. There's no hidden payment at any step. CBC Edu Kenya's AI course is free as a service to learners worldwide.
Do I need any technical background?
None at all. This course is designed for complete beginners. If you know how to use WhatsApp or browse the internet, you have all the technical skills you need to start.
How long does the course take?
Each module takes about 20-30 minutes to read through and complete the quiz. The full course is roughly 2 hours total. You can go at your own pace — there's no deadline.
Is the certificate recognised by employers or universities?
Our certificate is not accredited by a government body — it's a completion certificate that shows you've learned the fundamentals. It's best shared on LinkedIn to signal curiosity and upskilling. For formal accreditation, look at Google's AI Essentials, Microsoft AI Fundamentals, or deeplearning.ai certifications — we link to all of these in Module 5.
Do I need to install anything?
No installations required. Everything runs in your browser. The Module 4 hands-on project uses Google's Teachable Machine, which also runs entirely in your browser with no downloads.
I'm a teacher — can I use this course with my students?
Absolutely — and we encourage it. The course is designed to be classroom-friendly. Each module can be taught as a standalone lesson. Contact us at cbcedukenya@gmail.com if you'd like classroom guidance materials.
I completed the course — what should I do next?
Module 5 has a full "What's Next" section with specific next steps based on your interest area — whether that's AI careers, deeper technical learning, or just staying informed. We also recommend browsing the AI Education section on cbcedukenya.com for ongoing AI news and guides.
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