Effectiveness of AI on Communication and Knowledge Economy in the 21st Century among Mass Communication Experts in Rivers State.
Author(s) Name:
Rita Chinazo Emeka-Ebere
& Dr. Ozioma Patience Nwokedi Department of Mass Communication University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Year of Publication:
2024
Volume:
Vol. 1. August, 2024

Abstract
This study explored the influence of artificial intelligence on communication and knowledge economy in the 21st century among mass communication experts. Specifically, the study determined the effectiveness of artificial intelligence in fostering effective communication in the knowledge economy, identify the challenges militating against the optimal utilization of artificial intelligence in mass communication for developing the knowledge economy, suggest measures that can be utilized in ameliorating these challenges and identify stakeholders as well as their roles in the process of inculcating artificial intelligence in mass communication for the knowledge economy. The study was anchored on the media richness theory. A population of 107 communication experts across 4 different public tertiary institutions was used for the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. Findings from the study showed that artificial intelligence is significantly effective in natural language process, personalizing content creation and data analysis. Findings further showed that the challenges militating against optimal AI use include data privacy concerns, ethical considerations and skills gaps. The study also determined that measure such as investment in AI research and development, education and interdisciplinary collaboration contribute towards ameliorating the challenges of AI usage and also that governments, regulatory bodies academic and research institutions as well as communication experts are stakeholders with relevant roles towards driving optimal AI utilization among mass communication experts. These findings hold the potential to shed light on the intricate nuances of AI’s role in reshaping broadcasting, offering insights that extend beyond the immediate industry impact.
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Communication Dynamics, Broadcasting Transformation, Knowledge Economy, Technological Landscape.
Editorial Team
Editor-in-Chief
Prof. Michael O. Ukonu
Deputy Editor-in-Chief
Dr Blessing Chinweobo-Onuoha
Associate Editors
Prof. L.I. Anorue
Prof. J. Wogu
Prof. G. Ezeah
Prof. C.C. Okpoko
Review
Dr Chidiebere Nwachukwu
Dr Ozioma Nwokedi
Dr Victor Nwogbo
Dr Belinda Anyakoha
Dr Uchenna Eze
Dr Ike Ugbor
Secretary
Dr Stephen Ogbodoh
Design Editor
Dr Ike Elike
Business Manager
Dr Martin Ezugwu
Editorial Consultants
Prof. Nnanyelugo Okoro, Department of Mass Communication, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State
Professor Sunny Udezeh, Department of Mass Communication, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Enugu State
Professor Ezekiel Asemah, Vice Chancellor’s Office, Glorious Vision University, Benin, Edo State
Professor Jude Terna Kur, Department of Information Science and Media Studies, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State
Prof. Rotimi Williams Olatunji, School of Communications, Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State
Prof Walter IhejirikaDr. Chukwujekwu Charles Onwuka Department of Sociology, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus. Email: cc.onwuka@coou.edu.ng
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