Class # 14462 | Section 03D3
Note that many different courses are offered under the JOU 4930 course number, all taught by different instructors. The insructor for this section is Professor Mindy McAdams.
THIS IS AN UNDERGRADUATE COURSE. Graduate students may not enroll in this course without permission from the instructor.
THIS IS NOT A SKILLS COURSE. Code and programming will NOT be part of this course.
PREREQUISITES: None. Students from any major may enroll in this course. No special background is required for this course.
In fall 2021, this course meets 100 percent ONLINE. The two-period lecture discussion meeting on Wednesday (periods 7–8, 1:55–3:50 p.m.) is synchronous, and attendance in Zoom is required for the full two periods.
Required books:
Reading the book every week is necessary for your success in this course.
Description: Gain an understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning as they apply to the media professions, including journalists reporting on AI. Explore major developments in AI technologies as covered by the mass media. Learn to detect hype and exaggeration in descriptions of AI’s promises and potential risks and dangers. Examine use of AI systems in finance, healthcare, hiring decisions, housing, policing, etc.
Students who complete this course will be able to: