Learn to harness the power of AI reasoning models for improved decision-making and workflows.  In this Bigger Brains course, you’ll be guided by Dr. Kevin Jones, an expert with over twenty years of experience in Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, and Large Language Models. Dr. Jones brings a practical and engaging approach to understanding AI reasoning models. You’ll explore what reasoning models are and why they matter, including their availability, benefits, and unique characteristics. You’ll learn how reasoning mode differs from standard AI responses, and you’ll see practical use cases for when to use—and when not to use—reasoning models. You’ll also learn to craft effective prompts using four key components and how to apply a structured process for incorporating reasoning models into your work. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to identify, apply, and leverage reasoning models confidently to get better results from your AI tools.