United States Agency for Global Media

Understanding AI and the future of journalism

November 8, 2024

The training provided an overview of AI concepts and their relevance to journalism, highlighting the challenges and opportunities AI presents to media professionals. It explored "best practices" and "lessons learned" using AI tools in newsrooms. Journalists were guided through the technological, ethical, and legal aspects of AI in media production and consumption. They also developed practical skills in using generative AI tools for tasks such as news reporting, fact-checking, content creation and curation, data analysis, and audience engagement. The session concluded with discussions on the future of AI in newsrooms and its potential impact on the media industry, followed by a Q&A session. Read More