AI, content and writing chapter activity
CNN has highlighted how people are being duped by AI generated content in their social media feeds — including a video about the spread of misinformation by news anchors who were created by AI. Previously, Time previously warned about the possibility of fake mug shots prior to former President Donald Trump surrendering to the Manhattan District Attorney’s office.
As a chapter, a discussion could center on the importance of discussing AI with readers.
Quill and Scroll Guiding Principles:
Truth, Leadership, Integrity, Judgment, Loyalty, Learning, Initiative
Materials:
CNN content including a story on AI generated content in their social media feeds
Fake News anchor CNN video
Set up:
Have the story and video available to show
Step-by-step instructions:
- Show the video about the spread of misinformation by news anchors who were created by AI.
- Discussion: What struck you about the video? How does the use of AI impact trust or distrust in the media? What role does transparency play in this? Why is it important to make a statement regarding AI use? How does the use of AI impact trust or distrust in the media? What role does transparency play in this? Why is it important to make a statement regarding AI use?
- The end of the video also discusses how to spot AI in videos.If you haven’t yet, the chapter members could work on developing a policy on AI use.
- As a group, talk about how you can work to educate your student population on this and on the importance of paying attention to where they get their information. As a Quill and Scroll chapter, discuss whether you want to work on an educational campaign concerning AI and student media or why it’s even more important in the era of AI to know the sources of your information.
- Some new and updated AP Stylebook entries include suggesting not to use human characteristics to AI text generators.
