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Data Renaissance

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Sylvia IV, J.J., author.
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Communication--Textbooks.
Communication.
Social sciences--Textbooks.
Social sciences.
Physical Description:
1 online resource
Place of Publication:
Boston, MA ROTEL [2024]
Language Note:
In English.
Summary:
The Data Renaissance delves into the complexities of data's role in various industries and its broader impact on society. It highlights the challenges in investigating data practices, citing examples like TikTok, where algorithms and data handling are closely guarded secrets. The content, contributed by students under the guidance of an expert, covers a wide range of topics, including the ethical aspects of generative AI in education and the workplace, and case studies reflecting real-world experiences. This evolving text, intended to be updated with each class, serves as a dynamic resource for educators and students alike, offering insights and discussion guides for an in-depth understanding of the ever-changing landscape of data in our digital age.
Contents:
Land Acknowledgement Statement for the ROTEL Grant
How to Use This Book
Project Rationale
Introduction
I. Why Care About Data & Society?
A Constitutional Right to Privacy?
Little Brother
Becoming Data
A/B and Multivariate Testing
Big Data
An Open Question
Wrap Up
References
II. Generative AI in the Classroom and Workspace
Generative AI Pre-Test
How Generative AI Works
Differences Between ChatGPT 3 and 4
Links to Tools
Prompt-Writing Tips
AI Career Research
Hands-on Project
Discussion or Reflection Questions
Language, Diversity, Inclusivity, and ChaptGPT
Post-Test and Survey
Further Reading
III. Case Study: "It's Perfect, Four Stars!"
Human Commerce
Living and Dying by the Algorithms
The “Fault” in Our Stars
Who Rates the Rater?
The Shift to “Objective” Stars
Who Are We Rating?
Conclusion
IV. Media & Data Literacy
Media Literacy
Challenges with Media Literacy
Data Literacy
Similarities
Understanding Data Literacy Skills
Media Literacy & Data Literacy Skills
V. The American Motion Picture Industry and Big Data
Predicting Box-Office Success in the Film Industry
Big Data in the Film Industry
How Data Has Been Used in the Film Industry
Into the Future
The Advantages of Big Data in the Film Industry
The Limitations of Big Data in the Film Industry
Outlook
VI. Data in Sports Marketing
Understanding Big Data
Sources of Data in Sports Marketing
Data and Target Audience
Data Used for Revenue
Data Used for Campaigns
The Future of Sports Marketing
VII. Data in Public Relations, Social Media, and Advertising
Key Essentials
VIII. Machine Learning in the Development of Video Games
Types of Learning
Modern Applications of AI in Games
Cheat Detection
IX. The Use of Matchmaking Data for Competitive Online Multiplayer Gaming
The Matchmaking Process
Analyzing Other Approaches
X. Video Games, Microstransactions, and Data
How Common are Microstransactions?
A Brief History
How Quickly Can it Add Up?
Impact of Microstransactions
XI. SOPHIA Discussion Guides
Ethics of Search Engines
COVID-19: Surveillance and Personal Privacy
AI & Ethics: A Discussion
The Ethics of Fake News
The Ethics of Social Media Use By Children
XII. Data Feminism: The Numbers Don’t Speak for Themselves
Principle: Consider Context
XIII. Algorithms in the Age of Capitalism
What Is an Algorithm?
Complications with Algorithmic Systems
What is Algorithmic Accountability?
XIV. Recommended Reading (and Listening/Viewing)
Original Contributors
Grant Information
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