Try a Chatbot
Start with a simple conversation. Ask ChatGPT or Claude a question about a topic you are covering. Notice how it responds, where it is helpful, and where it falls short.
Summarize an Article
Copy a long article or report into an AI tool and ask it to summarize the key points. Compare the summary to what you would have written. Note any missing nuances.
Generate Headline Ideas
Paste your article draft and ask the AI to suggest 10 headline options. Use them as inspiration — not as final copy. Your editorial judgment remains essential.
Fact-Check a Claim
Take a public claim and ask AI to help you identify what needs verification. AI will not replace fact-checking, but it can help you structure your verification process.
Analyze Data
Paste a small dataset or table into an AI tool and ask it to identify patterns. Always verify the analysis independently — AI can make mathematical errors.
Build a Prompt
Now that you have experience, use the CRAFT framework to build a structured prompt for a real journalism task. Context, Role, Action, Format, Tone.
Next Steps
Now that you have taken your first steps, continue your AI journalism journey:
Journalaism Learning Program
A structured, self-paced learning program that takes you from AI novice to confident practitioner. Includes assessments, exercises, and certification.