AI 101
  • AI 101: Policy Basics

    Please use the provided resources to understand Van Buren County's AI Usage Policy. When you are comfortable with your understanding, answer the quiz questions and submit your responses. To complete this part, you must answer 6 out of the 7 questions correctly in the quiz section. You may retake it as many times as you need.
  • The AI Usage Policy

    It is your responsibility to read and understand the AI Usage Policy before using AI products in your work at Van Buren County.

    Please be advised that this training is designed to ensure all staff are informed about the new AI policy and the potential risks associated with AI use in local government. Completion of the training is required, and failure to do so may result in restricted access to AI tools in the future.

    The policy is available here for download: Van Buren County AI Usage Policy.

    The same policy is also embedded below.

  • Audio Overview

    The following AI generated podcast provides an overview and discussion of section 3 of the AI Usage Policy.  The main topics discussed are: 

    • Ethical Standards
    • Acceptable Use
    • Prohibited Use
    • Compliance and Monitoring

    The quiz at the end of this course will assess your understanding of this section of the policy.

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  • Slide Overview

    You may also find the following slides helpful for understanding section 3 of the AI Usage Policy.  You can also view the slides in a separate tab here: AI Usage Policy Slides.

  • Policy Quiz

    You must answer at least 6 out of 7 questions in this quiz correctly to pass the AI Basics 101 Course.  You may retake it as many times as you need.

  • 1. Which of the following is required when using AI in public-facing applications?*
  • 2. Who is ultimately responsible for the outcomes produced by AI systems?*
  • 3. According to policy, what kind of data must not be processed by AI systems unless explicitly authorized?*
  • 4. What is required before an employee is allowed to use AI tools in their work?*
  • 5. Which of the following is not an acceptable use of AI under the policy?*
  • 6. What is the county’s position on AI and employee efficiency?*
  • 7. AI systems must not be used in ways that:*
  • By entering your county-issued email address and submitting this form, you confirm that you have personally completed the quiz, answered each question to the best of your ability, and have thoroughly reviewed the Van Buren County AI Usage Policy.

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