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Assignments with AI: Create a Cover Brief for a Book
In this sample Publishing, Writing and Media assignment, students practice creating a cover brief for a book. Through this process, students generate various styles of images with AI, explore editorial feel and tone, draft a brief, and justify their choices and processes. AI Tool Google Gemini - Nanobanana Summary Students use AI to draft potential cover art for a book, then submit a brief with their best images and an analysis of the quality and fit of the images and the us


Assignments with AI: Comp Title Pitch
In this sample Publishing, Writing and Media assignment, students practice creating and delivering a pitch for comparison titles (also known as comp titles) for a book. Through this process, students source existing titles with AI, then create and deliver a pitch to a classmate. AI Tool Google Gemini - Deep Research Summary: Students take on the role of an author and create a “Comp Title Pitch” for an existing book. The pitch is designed to help their publishing company und


Assignments with AI: Develop a Total Compensation and Benefits Package
In this sample Human Capital assignment, students practice creating a total compensation and benefits package for a specific role. Through this process, students practice researching and analyzing market trends, building and delivering a competitive package and assessing the usefulness of AI for this task. AI Tool Google Gemini / Gems Summary Students will use AI to analyze information about compensation packages for a specific role and industry. Using these insights, plus p


Assignments with AI: Conduct a Brand Audit
In this sample assignment, students use NotebookLM to analyze a “ brand’s performance and market position .” Through this process, students learn how to conduct a brand audit and develop critical thinking skills to evaluate AI outputs. AI Tool NotebookLM Summary Students conduct a brand audit using NotebookLM. Students select and upload materials from a brand they are investigating, then work with the Notebook to assess the brand. Assignment Description & Instructions Task:


Assignments with AI: Pitch a Book to an AI Acquisitions Editor
In this sample assignment, students practice pitching a book proposal to an AI acquisitions editor. Through this process, students create and deliver pitch proposals, revise content based on customer needs, and respond to questions and critiques. AI Tool Google Gemini (Gem) Summary Students interact with an Acquisition Editor Gem by submitting a book proposal for sale, engaging in dialogue with the Gem, and sharing reflections on the experience. Notes for the Professor You
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