Journalistic Standards
This means showing both sides of a story
A source is…
Where information comes from
Why do creators use engagement strategies?
To get attention/more views
“The law passed on Monday”
Fact
Only one side is shown in a news story. Is this fair?
No
This means facts only, no opinions
What is objectivity
How many sources should a good article have?
2 or more
The Headline “You won’t BELIEVE what happened!!!” is an example of...
What is Clickbait
“This is the worst rule ever”
Opinion
An article has no sources. Can you trust it?
No
This means the news is not controlled by money or power
What is independence
True or False: Journalists should pay people for information
False
Content that makes people angry to get attention
What is Rage bait
What is the difference between fact and opinion?
Fact can be proven, opinion is a personal belief/feeling
A video uses dramatic music and strong emotions. What factor is shaping it?
Engagement
Name one red flag of bad journalism
(only one side, no sources, emotional language, no facts, a lot of personal opinion, feels like an ad)
What is an anonymous source?
A source whose name is hidden
Content that leaves out information to make you curious
What is info bait
Why are opinions risky in news?
They can make it less objective and less credible/trustworthy
An article includes quotes from both sides. What factor is strong?
Journalistic Standards (fairness)
Why are journalistic standards important?
They help make news fair and trustworthy
Why are sources important?
They make information more trustworthy
This means getting likes, clicks, or views
What is engagement
Give your own example of a fact
Student response varies
Name ALL 3 factors that shape news
Journalistic Standards, Sources, & Engagement