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C21 STUDENT AI MICRO-CREDENTIAL

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Student
AI Micro-
Credential

Five modules. One credential. Built for Canadian students navigating the age of artificial intelligence, grounded in the 7Cs framework from C21 Canada.

5
Modules
7
Competencies
16
Points Total
Leading EdTech Innovation · Empowering Student Success · Canadian for 21st Century Learning & Innovation · Celebrating 25 Years
Recommended AI Tools to Complete the Final Assignment: ChatGPT Microsoft Copilot Claude (claude.ai) Google Gemini
About This Course

What Is the AI Micro-credential?

This micro-credential is not about replacing your thinking - it is about sharpening it. Across five modules you will explore what AI really is, how to use it with integrity, how to spot bias and misinformation, how to write purposeful prompts, and how to collaborate with AI without losing your own voice.

Powered by Mindshare Learning and grounded in C21 Canada's 7Cs of New AI Competencies, this credential prepares you to engage with AI as a critical, creative, and ethical thinker - not just a user.

Each module is practical and accessible. You do not need to be a tech expert - just curious and willing to think critically. By the time you complete the final assessment, you will have demonstrated not just what you know, but how you apply it.

The 7Cs AI Competencies
01Critical & Computational Thinking
02Creativity & Innovation
03Collaboration
04Communication
05Character
06Culture & Ethical Citizenship
07Computational & Digital Technologies
Course Content

The Five Modules

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Introduction - C21 AI Micro-Credential Introduction

Course Introduction

Start here. Get an overview of the credential, how the five modules are structured, and what you will learn and demonstrate by the end.

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Module 1 - What AI Really Is Module 01

What AI Really Is (And Isn't)

Demystify artificial intelligence - understand how it works, what it cannot do, and why critical human judgment still matters most.

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Module 2 - AI and Academic Integrity Module 02

AI & Academic Integrity

Navigate the line between using AI as a learning tool and crossing into academic dishonesty, and why the distinction defines your credibility.

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Module 3 - Bias and Misinformation Module 03

Bias & Misinformation

Learn how AI systems can amplify bias and spread misinformation, and how to push back as an informed, critical user.

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Module 4 - Prompting With Purpose Module 04

Prompting With Purpose

Master writing clear, specific prompts that get meaningful results, because how you ask shapes everything you get back.

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Module 5 - Human-AI Collaboration Module 05

Human-AI Collaboration

Discover how to work alongside AI as a genuine partner, keeping your agency, creativity, and ethical accountability at the centre.

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Culminating Task

Final Assessment

You have completed all five modules. Now put it all together. Using an AI tool of your choice, craft a prompt that generates an infographic of your Top 3 Takeaways, tagged with C21 Canada.

Your grade is based on your prompt and your process - not just how the infographic looks. A thoughtful prompt that shows real understanding is worth more than a polished output from a vague one.

Rubric CategoryPoints
Prompt Quality/ 4
Required Elements (takeaways, tag, format, audience)/ 4
Quality of Takeaways/ 4
Iteration (revised at least once + note)/ 4
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Submission Checklist

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    Write your Top 3 Takeaways before opening any AI tool
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    Write your prompt with all four required elements
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    Run your prompt and read the output critically
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    Iterate: refine and run again at least once
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    Submit: final prompt + screenshot + one sentence on what changed and why
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    Include @C21Canada and c21canada.ca visibly in the infographic
Total Points Available
4 categories x 4 points each
16
Congratulations

Get Your Micro-Credential

Completed all five modules and the final assessment? Enter your full name below to generate your official C21 Student AI Micro-Credential certificate.

How It Works
  • 1Complete all five modules and the final assessment with a passing score.
  • 2Enter your full name exactly as you want it to appear on your certificate.
  • 3Click "Generate My Certificate" to preview your credential.
  • 4Use the "Print / Save as PDF" button to download and share your achievement.
C21 Canada
Certificate of Completion
Student AI
Micro-Credential
Grounded in the 7Cs of New AI Competencies
This is to certify that
has successfully completed the C21 Student AI Micro-Credential program, demonstrating proficiency across five modules of AI literacy, ethics, critical thinking, and human-AI collaboration.
Critical Thinking Creativity Collaboration Communication Character Ethical Citizenship Digital Technologies
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