OpenLearn AI Fluency: Free Beginner AI Course with Statement of Participation

AI Fluency is a free OpenLearn course from The Open University designed for learners who want a practical introduction to artificial intelligence. The official course page describes a beginner-friendly learning path covering AI and machine-learning fundamentals, generative AI, responsible AI principles, Microsoft Copilot, accessibility, productivity and the wider impact of AI on work and society. OpenLearn lists the course as free and offers a free statement of participation on completion. The course is introductory and the official material notes that some interfaces shown in tutorials may change over time, so learners should focus on the underlying concepts as well as the current product screens. You can begin studying immediately; creating a free OpenLearn profile is useful if you want progress tracking and the completion record.