As AI becomes embedded in newsrooms—handling research, transcription, writing, and design—Thai journalism educators argue that AI should serve as a tool within human-led processes, not replace journalist judgment. Key value lies in human verification, source checking, and editorial identity. AI can handle factual, structured content (sports, stocks, weather) but shouldn't bypass journalists' responsibility for source validation and fact-checking. Freed-up time should focus on investigative, long-form, and enterprise reporting rather than automated full-pipeline workflows.