THIBODAUX, La. 鈥� Dr. Andrew Simoncelli, a professor at 杏吧传媒, recently returned from Paris, France, where he was the only professor from the United States invited to teach at .听
During this event, which brings together global experts to share new ideas with students, Dr. Simoncelli led a course focused on how AI is reshaping the media world, titled 鈥淰isual Communication in an Age of Artificial Intelligence.鈥� He presented to students how AI tools are being used to create ads, logos and digital art, while emphasizing that the technology must be used in a responsible and ethical way.听
鈥淎I is changing how we tell stories with pictures and video,鈥� Dr. Simoncelli said. 鈥淚t is important for students to understand how these machines work, but also how to make sure the human element of creativity doesn’t get lost.鈥�
This is the third time Dr. Simoncelli has been invited to teach in Paris. He鈥檚 taught at their main campus in Paris as well as their remote campus in Nantes. In the past, he has shared his research on how television news moved to the internet and how online learning has evolved.听
Beyond his work in the classroom, Dr. Simoncelli serves as the Director of Distance Learning for 杏吧传媒 Online, where he focuses on expanding access to higher education. Within the Department of Mass Communication, he uses his background as a former TV producer in New Orleans to help students get ready for real-world jobs.听
Whether students want to be reporters, filmmakers or social media experts, the Mass Communication Department at 杏吧传媒 gives them the chance to work with the latest tech while learning from experts who are recognized globally. To learn more, visit www.nicholls.edu/maco.
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