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AI 101 (RES.6-013)

MIT OpenCourseWare · MIT OpenCourseWare · Updated March 2026

Platform rating

4.4/5

Champ rating

8.1/10

Duration

Fall 2021 (self-paced materials)

Classes

15

Beginner-oriented MIT introduction to AI concepts for learners with little to no background, delivered through video materials and supporting files.

What you'll get

Understand core AI terminology and applications

Get a non-specialist overview of modern AI domains

Use supporting materials to reinforce key concepts

Build confidence for deeper AI study

Course Curriculum

5 chapters

Fit

Best for

Leaders

Analysts

Researchers

Decision-makers

Not ideal for

Experts seeking deep specialization

Prerequisites & pricing

Prerequisites

None

Pricing

Free

Certification

No

AI 101

Beginner

MIT OCW

Intro AI

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