Journalism Ethics in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Harvard Extension School

JOUR E-112

Section 1

CRN 27013

Begin Registration
How can a reporter balance a public figure's right to privacy against the public's right to know? To what degree can anonymity be accepted, especially when it is to protect a vulnerable source like an undocumented immigrant? Should bloggers and influencers be subject to the rules of journalistic ethics? This course examines journalism ethics and responsibilities in the evolving media landscape. We consider core journalistic values—truth with accuracy and fairness—and then examine a wide range of current ethical issues, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence and social media. Students are expected to keep up with current news and ethical debates through reading community and national legacy newspapers and by following the work of nonprofit journalism organizations that track these issues. We use readings, movies, workshopping, and discussions to explore the role of journalism in democracy.

Instructor Info

June Carolyn Erlick, MSJ

Publications Director, David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies, and Editor-in-Chief, ReVista: Harvard Review of Latin America, Harvard University


Meeting Info

Th 5:30pm - 7:30pm (1/26 - 5/16)

Participation Option: Online Synchronous

Deadlines

Last day to register:

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time. See minimum technology requirements.

All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
27013 1 Online Synchronous June Erlick Open Th 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Jan 26 to May 16