Guard your mind when AI tools ask for your most personal data. In this hands-on course, you'll develop three ethical AI habits that protect you in every interaction. First, you'll learn to apply the four guiding principles—privacy, transparency, fairness, and accountability—as practical filters that separate trustworthy AI from risky tools.. Second, you'll master consent protocols that ensure you understand what data you're sharing, why it's needed, and how it's protected—no more reflexive "I agree" clicks. Third, you'll develop systematic evaluation skills using a red-flag checklist that catches bias, harmful advice, and unsupported claims before you act on them. Through realistic Role Plays where you convince skeptics and advise managers, and Coach Dialogues where you navigate real consent decisions, you'll build the habits that let you benefit from AI while protecting what matters most. Perfect for anyone using AI wellness apps, goal trackers, or productivity tools. No technical background required.

Guard Your Mind: Ethical AI Habits

Guard Your Mind: Ethical AI Habits
This course is part of multiple programs.


Instructors: Coursera Support
Included with
Recommended experience
What you'll learn
Recognize guiding principles for responsible AI use to support ethical personal wellness and decision‑making.
Apply in‑app consent protocols before sharing personal data.
Evaluate AI recommendations for bias or harmful content using a checklist and flag problematic outputs through clear protocols.
Details to know

Add to your LinkedIn profile
March 2026
1 assignment
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Build your subject-matter expertise
- Learn new concepts from industry experts
- Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
- Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
- Earn a shareable career certificate

There are 2 modules in this course
Earn a career certificate
Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.
Offered by
Explore more from Psychology

AI CERTs

Johns Hopkins University

Coursera
Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.

Jennifer J.

Larry W.

Chaitanya A.

Open new doors with Coursera Plus
Unlimited access to 10,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription
Advance your career with an online degree
Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online
Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business
Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

