Communication and Media Codes Journal

A JOURNAL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MASS COMMUNICATION, UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, NSUKKA

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 Ihejirika  

Dr. Chukwujekwu Charles Onwuka Department of Sociology, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus. Email: cc.onwuka@coou.edu.ng
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