LinkedIn Learning

1. Login to LinkedIn Learning

2. Click on AI Coaching in the navigation.

3.  Enter a prompt into the box to start chatting.

e.g. "Critical thinking means engaging in a deliberate and systematic process of analysing, evaluating, and synthesising information to form a well-reasoned judgment or conclusion.  

I am a university teacher teaching dance therapy year two and teaching the course expressions of emotion through dance. I need to learn more about critical thinking. What courses do you suggest?"

Note: Suggested prompts for a range of Develop@Derby skills and Professional Development skills are provided in a table below.

4.  Review the content or continue chatting, either by selecting the predefined prompts or entering more information into the response box.

Starter Prompts for Develop@Derby:

Here are some suggested prompts that will get you started with the AI Coaching chatbot. They are categorised into Develop@Derby skills.

There are placeholders in the text, for example: I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. Edit the information to reflect your level of student and your course information. It can be detailed or quite broad.

To develop your AI Literacy, create your own prompts to find the best results, or to get alternative responses.

Critical Thinking

Critical thinking means engaging in a deliberate and systematic process of analysing, evaluating, and synthesizing information to form a well-reasoned judgment or conclusion.

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about critical thinking. What courses do you suggest?

Communication

A good communicator has a range of essential skills, including understanding different communication methods, knowing when to use effective communication at university and beyond, professional communication, presenting an argument, negotiation skills, synthesis, storytelling, and presentations, as well as identifying activities to develop your communication skills.

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Communication. What courses do you suggest?

Building Relationships and effective collaboration

Building relationships and effective collaboration are essential skills for university and beyond, as they are crucial for professional growth, problem-solving, and enterprise, all of which are strengthened by empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Building Relationships and effective collaboration. What courses do you suggest?

Creative Problem Solving

Creative problem-solving uses "outside of the box" thinking. Begins with problem identification, using methods like The 5 Why's to find the root cause, Affinity Mapping to organise ideas, or Adopting a Different Perspective to see an issue from a new viewpoint. Six Thinking Hats structures an approach to exploring problems from multiple angles. Different thinking styles are also crucial: Divergent Thinking focuses on generating a wide range of ideas, while Convergent Thinking narrows them down to the most effective solution. Practical tools like Brainstorming, Lateral Thinking, SWOT Analysis, and Ishikawa's Fish Diagram help analyse and tackle issues.

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Creative Problem Solving. What courses do you suggest?

Planning for Success

Self-direction is rooted in metacognition, which is the awareness of your own learning processes. By understanding how you learn, you can effectively plan, monitor, and evaluate your academic strategies. Goal setting like SMART technique (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely), helps you create focused, actionable goals. Time management is essential for monitoring your progress and deadlines. Explore different study techniques like active recall and spaced repetition. 

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Planning for Success and effective collaboration. What courses do you suggest?

Numeracy, Statistics and Financial Literacy

Numeracy is a fundamental skill and is essential for making informed decisions. Statistics and data analysis skills allow you to interpret information and understand probabilities. Personal financial literacy empowers you to budget, save, and manage debt.

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Numeracy, Statistics and Financial Literacy. What courses do you suggest?

Digital Skills

Digital Skills covers a wide range of activities. Using digital devices proficiently, information literacy, digital wellbeing and digital collaboration.

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Digital Skills. What courses do you suggest?

Resilience

Six key areas for developing resilience. Vision involves skills like setting goals, understanding your purpose, and building self-efficacy, which is your belief in your ability to succeed. For composure, you can learn stress management techniques, practice mindfulness, and work on maintaining emotional balance. Reasoning skills include self-regulation, as well as planning, reflection, and being resourceful. To improve your health, it's important to focus on getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, and maintaining good nutrition. Tenacity is strengthened through skills like perseverance, optimism, and having a growth mindset, which is the belief that you can develop your abilities. Finally, collaboration involves building relationships, working effectively in a team, and building confidence.

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Resilience. What courses do you suggest?

Adaptability

Adaptability is the ability to navigate change effectively by being open, flexible, and capable of learning from new experiences. Cognitive adaptability (adjusting your thoughts), behavioural adaptability (changing your actions), and emotional adaptability (managing your emotional responses). You can improve your adaptability by engaging in activities that challenge your comfort zone, seeking feedback, and reflecting on experiences.

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Adaptability. What courses do you suggest?

Leadership and Future Thinking

Leadership is the ability to take ownership, inspire, and steer others is at its core. Essential skills are communication, resilience, adaptability, positivity and optimism, responsibility, emotional intelligence and self-awareness, team working, negotiation, questioning, delegation, organisation, and a global outlook. 

I am a university undergraduate/postgraduate studying [course/module/topic]. I need to learn more about Leadership and Future Thinking. What courses do you suggest?