Science communication is an invaluable skill for researchers. It can help demystify AI for a broad range of people including policy makers, business leaders, and the public. In a panel session at the 33rd International Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence (IJCAI-24), Michael Wooldridge and Toby Walsh talked with Peter Stone about lessons they’ve learnt from communicating about AI with different audiences. They gave advice on how to talk to media, how you should tailor your communication for various audiences, and how to tackle different methods of communication. They drew on their personal experiences to provide hints and tips for anyone thinking about engaging in outreach.
You can watch the recording here.