Avoid the Pitfalls: Quality, Bias, and Overconfidence

AI hallucinations, bias and overconfidence: how to avoid AI pitfalls and use tools like ChatGPT safely Unique, non-technical 60‑second “reality check” for AI misinformation, AI fact checking, and responsible AI use Build practical AI critical thinking habits so you can boost ChatGPT accuracy and protect yourself from bad answers

What You'll Learn:

• Use a simple 60-second “Source, Sense, and Stakes” reality check to catch most AI hallucinations before they spread misinformation
• Recognize the most common signs of AI bias and overconfidence so you know when not to trust a fluent-sounding answer
• Apply practical steps to verify AI-generated content, including cross-checking facts and using multiple reliable sources
• Decide when generative AI like ChatGPT is safe for low-stakes tasks—and when you must escalate to human experts
• Design better prompts that reduce hallucinations and biased outputs by clarifying context, constraints, and evidence requirements
• Build a personal checklist for responsible AI use at work and in daily life, aligned with your values and risk tolerance
• Capture and apply what you’ve learned by writing down key ideas, picking one real-life use case, and taking one small action this week