Will ChatGPT also Revolutionise Media Research?
OpenAI’s new AI conversational bot, ChatGPT, has quickly gained popularity. The language model, which is based on GPT-3, has the ability to generate text and engage in conversations. In this text, the authors discuss potential implications such technology can have for media research.
The Media Systems Where Everyone Knows Everyone
In a new article, “Micro Media Systems”, Signe Ravn-Højgaard from the University of Greenland argues that we need to redefine scale when doing research in the smallest media systems – at least when trying to understand the effects of smallness not related to the small media market.
NordMedia2023: Call for Papers is Open
Call for papers for the NordMedia conference 2023 is now out and open for submissions.
Christmas Songs from the Nordic Countries
We have collected a handful of Christmas songs from each of the Nordic countries and made a Spotify playlist for our network to enjoy over the holidays. From timeless classics to parodies, we bring you a varied selection of Christmas songs to put you in a bright mood this season.
Collecting Memories from Finnish Researchers
What has it been like doing science in the past? The Finnish Literature Society and the Society of Swedish Literature in Finland seeks to collect Finnish researchers’ experiences and personal narratives from the science field in the past.
Experiences from NordMedia Network’s Online Writing Retreats
Carving out half a day in your calendar for dedicated time for writing can be a good tool for anyone struggling with motivation or procrastination. We share some of the experiences from NordMedia Networks writing retreats this fall.
Call for Transparency About the Norwegian Media Authority’s Role and Tasks
The recent proposal to discontinue the funding for Medianorway is an example of the lack of transparency about the development of Norwegian Media Authority’s responsibilities and tasks, and it raises fundamental questions about what a supervisory authority should be.
A Guide to How Media Scholars Can Research Creativity
A new book provides theoretical framework for understanding and explaining creativity in media industries. The book is aimed at researchers, students and teachers who want a guide to how we can study and understand a complex phenomenon like creativity.