Teaching Workshop: Artificial Intelligence and Media: Opportunities and Challenges in News Analysis
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
The workshop will focus on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in media and news analysis. Students will have the opportunity to explore the opportunities and risks associated with the use of AI in this field, and to understand how this technology is transforming the way news is collected, analyzed, and disseminated.
1. Understanding AI in Media: Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of how Artificial Intelligence is utilized in the realm of media, particularly in news analysis.
2. Exploring Opportunities and Risks: Explore the potential opportunities presented by AI in media, while also addressing the inherent risks and ethical considerations associated with its implementation.
3. Transformation of News Practices: Examine how AI technology is reshaping traditional methods of news gathering, analysis, and dissemination, and assess its impact on journalistic practices.
4. Hands-on Training: Offer practical training sessions to equip participants with the skills needed to utilize various AI tools and platforms for news intelligence and analysis.
5. Critical Thinking and Collaboration: Encourage critical thinking about the role of human intelligence alongside AI in media analysis, and foster collaborative discussions on the implications for the future of journalism.
1. Understanding AI in Media: Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of how Artificial Intelligence is utilized in the realm of media, particularly in news analysis.
2. Exploring Opportunities and Risks: Explore the potential opportunities presented by AI in media, while also addressing the inherent risks and ethical considerations associated with its implementation.
3. Transformation of News Practices: Examine how AI technology is reshaping traditional methods of news gathering, analysis, and dissemination, and assess its impact on journalistic practices.
4. Hands-on Training: Offer practical training sessions to equip participants with the skills needed to utilize various AI tools and platforms for news intelligence and analysis.
5. Critical Thinking and Collaboration: Encourage critical thinking about the role of human intelligence alongside AI in media analysis, and foster collaborative discussions on the implications for the future of journalism.
Expected learning outcomes
1. Enhanced Understanding: Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the applications of AI in media, including its potential benefits and challenges.
2. Skill Development: Through hands-on exercises, participants will develop practical skills in using AI tools and platforms for news analysis, enhancing their proficiency in this area.
3. Awareness of Ethical Considerations: Participants will become more aware of the ethical implications surrounding the use of AI in media, enabling them to make informed decisions in their professional practices.
4. Innovative Approaches: Participants will be inspired to explore innovative approaches to news gathering and analysis, leveraging AI technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
5. Networking and Collaboration: The workshop will facilitate networking opportunities and collaborative discussions among participants, fostering a community of practice focused on advancing the responsible use of AI in media.
2. Skill Development: Through hands-on exercises, participants will develop practical skills in using AI tools and platforms for news analysis, enhancing their proficiency in this area.
3. Awareness of Ethical Considerations: Participants will become more aware of the ethical implications surrounding the use of AI in media, enabling them to make informed decisions in their professional practices.
4. Innovative Approaches: Participants will be inspired to explore innovative approaches to news gathering and analysis, leveraging AI technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
5. Networking and Collaboration: The workshop will facilitate networking opportunities and collaborative discussions among participants, fostering a community of practice focused on advancing the responsible use of AI in media.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Giudizio di approvazione
Assessment result: superato/non superato
Single course
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Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
Introduction to AI in the media: theoretical lectures on basic concepts and current applications.
Case study analysis: examination of real examples of using AI in news analysis.
Use of AI tools for news analysis (e.g. content analysis by categories).
Guided discussion on the benefits and risks of using AI in media analysis.
Use of research and analysis tools for a final paper.
Case study analysis: examination of real examples of using AI in news analysis.
Use of AI tools for news analysis (e.g. content analysis by categories).
Guided discussion on the benefits and risks of using AI in media analysis.
Use of research and analysis tools for a final paper.
Prerequisites for admission
None
Teaching methods
Lecture, guided discussion, individual or group practical exercises.
Assessment methods and Criteria
The student's continued participation and successful completion of the assigned activities is verified. The final result of the Workshop is given as 'Approved' or 'Not approved'.
- University credits: 3
Humanities workshops: 20 hours
Professors:
Bruno Francesco, Galletti Cristiano
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