Explore the World of AI Media and Non-Textual Tools

Generative AI can produce images, videos, music, and more—not just text. In this guide, explore the types of generative non-text AI, examples of tools you can try, concerns and challenges, recent news, and resources to learn more.

New York University Libraries provides a growing guide on types of AI image generation tools and examples. The guide also articulates concerns regarding AI images, such as copyright and privacy.

The News Literacy Project collaborates with educators and journalists to empower students with essential skills for discerning reliable information from falsehoods in the media landscape. As AI-generated content and deepfakes become more prevalent, this resource becomes increasingly vital, providing both teachers and students with the tools and strategies they need to navigate a complex information ecosystem.

Media Smart provides a comprehensive guide on media manipulation history and practical media literacy applications. With classroom exercises and case studies, it's vital for educators, students, and anyone keen on enhancing media literacy.

This special issue of Freethink includes several articles about creativity, with highlights like “How AI is changing music forever” by Holly Herndon and Mathew Dryhurst and “A view from the creative frontlines” by Brandon Stewart.

Ready or not, deepfakes are here to stay and will change the way we trust information and even each other. Are we prepared for the threat they cause, while being able to harness their potential for good? This video explains what deep fakes are, how they are getting better, and where this is all headed.