Regulatory professionals, legal professionals, regulatory researchers, decision-makers and professionals active in policy and law-making, particularly those working in national government policy units, and national and regulatory authorities. Also, professionals active in the governance in the creative sectors, such as in regulatory departments of consulting and digital service provider companies, journalists, union officials, and sector associations involved in the broad creative sectors should attend. The aim is to explore the constantly evolving challenges facing policymakers, legislators, regulators and regulatory practitioners in the dynamic digital government environment. 

Qualifications or experience needed to participate in this training course:

• An undergraduate degree qualification or equivalent is required. 
• Experience of 2-3 years in policy, regulation or other governance structures in the creative sector or closely aligned sectors is preferred or in leadership of creative sector associations.

Selection criteria: 

• All candidates must meet the minimum qualification criteria
• Selection will seek to increase diversity in terms of represented countries and to achieve gender balance

Number of available places for the cohort: 30

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: 

• Explain the implications of generative AI, Web3.0 and the metaverse for the creative industries.
• Compare the frameworks for governing these technologies in a responsible and ethical manner.
• Identify potential risks and challenges associated with these technologies.
• Identify best practices for mitigating risks and maximizing benefits.
• Develop strategies for collaboration and cooperation among stakeholders.

The methodology for this course will include the following elements:

• A mix of lectures, discussions, case studies, and interactive exercises will be used to facilitate learning.
• Expert speakers from various fields, including technology, law, ethics, and the creative industries, will contribute to the course.
• Participants will have opportunities to network and exchange ideas with peers

Activity & weighting

• Forum reflection on Generative AI within the creative space: 15%
• Forum reflection on Emerging technologies within the creative space: 15%
• Groupwork – Identifying copyright laws in own countries and peer assessment: 20%
• Groupwork – Stage 1 policy impact assessments (Presentation): 20%
• Groupwork – Stage 1 policy impact assessments (Report): 20%
• Active participation: 10%
• Attendance (4 out of 5) 

Week 1: Understanding Generative AI

Session 1a: Introduction to Generative AI

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Define types of Generative AI and its capabilities
  • Explore the potential of Generative AI in the creative space
  • Explain what Large Language Models are
  • Explore the use of low-resource languages through Generative AI
• Activities:
  • Presentation

Session 1b: Ethical Frameworks for AI

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Demonstrate ethical usage of Generative AI images and representation
  • Identify issues of bias and discrimination
  • Explore ways to ensure accountability and transparency
• Activities:
  • Presentation

Session 1c: Weekly Assessment

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Assessment of Generative AI
• Activities:
  • Forum contribution on Generative AI within the creative space

Week 2: Understanding Web 3.0 and Metaverse Technologies

Session 2a: Introduction to Blockchain, NFTs, and Metaverse

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Explain the role of the Metaverse, Citiverse, and virtual worlds
  • Explore how the creative industry, a significant economic driver for many cities, can harness the Citiverse and virtual worlds to foster innovation and growth
  • Compare blockchain technologies for the creative industry
  • Illustrate the VR support tools to redirect Metaverse
• Activities:
  • Presentation

Session 2b: NFT Utilisation for the Creative Industry

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Explain the role of NFTs as tools to protect the creative industry
  • Demonstrate how NFTs can be utilized as a seal of authenticity
• Activities:
  • Presentation

Session 2c: Weekly Assessment

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Assessment of key emerging technologies for creative sectors
• Activities:
  • Forum contribution on Emerging Technologies within the creative space

Week 3: Intellectual Property and Copyright

Session 3a: Copyright in the Digital Age

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Compare copyright laws of at least two countries and their relevance to AI-generated content
  • Explain the ownership models for AI-generated works
  • Explore challenges in protecting intellectual property in the Metaverse
• Activities:
  • Presentation

Session 3b: Licensing and Contracts

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Model effective contracts for AI-generated content
  • Explain licensing models for AI tools and platforms, including smart contracts
• Activities:
  • Practical exercises and groupwork

Session 3c: Weekly Assessment

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Assessment of copyright-related challenges
• Activities:
  • Groupwork – Identifying copyright laws in own countries and peer assessment

Week 4: Regulatory Frameworks and Policy

Session 4a: Existing Regulatory Frameworks, Including Self-Regulation

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Overview of relevant laws, regulations, and governance frameworks (e.g., approaches by regional bodies such as the EU and the AU)
  • International standards, voluntary standards, and guidelines
  • The importance of industry self-regulation
• Activities:
  • Presentation

Session 4b: Policy Challenges and Opportunities

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Identifying policy gaps and challenges
  • Leveraging international standards to develop effective policies for AI and the Metaverse
  • The role of governments and industry associations
• Activities:
  • Groupwork – Stage 1 policy impact assessments

Session 4c: Weekly Assessment

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Evaluation of policy challenges
• Activities:
  • Groupwork and peer assessment

Week 5: The Future of Work and Employment

Session 5a: The Future of Work and Employment

• Learning Outcomes:
  • The impact of emerging technologies in the creative sectors
  • Preparing for the future of work
• Activities:
  • Industry experts panel discussion

Session 5b: Final Group Assignment

• Learning Outcomes:
  • Group assignment on policy impact assessments
• Activities:
  • Group presentation and submission on Stage 1 policy impact assessment