Emerging Technologies

Course Code: JNAL 5002

Academic Year: 2023-2024

Ongoing technological change in the field of journalism makes it crucial for practitioners to stay abreast of industry trends, understand the role technological change plays in the business of journalism, and become early adopters of emerging technologies. Students will evaluate software and hardware that is revolutionizing storytelling in the digital age and engaging audiences in new and different ways. The impact of technology on journalistic culture will also be examined through analysis of emerging trends such as machine learning and generative AI, decentralized social media platforms, and evolving broadcast and multimedia platforms.