SOLUTION JOURNALISM
FOUR PILLARS
IS IT CONSTRUCTIVE?
100

Does solution journalism always need to be positive?

No! it tends to be more positive because it looks towards solutions. However, it is not necessary. 

100
First Pillar

Response

100

US Orchestras are still mostly white here's how to change that

Constructive

200

What is the goal of solution journalism 

To rebuild trust with readers and engage them in the news

200

Second Pillar

Evidence

200

Former prison minister says Derek Chauvin was 'dead man walking' before stabbing

Traditional

300

What is the difference between solution journalism and traditional journalism? 

Solution journalism provides solutions to problems, while traditional journalism only reports on and sensationalizes problems.

300

Third Pillar

Insights

300

In California Cities a new frontier for public financing of elections

Constructive 

400

What are the benefits of solutions journalism?

Problems and solutions, editorial oversight, research and fact checking, insights and verification, transparency and peer review. 

400

Fourth Pillar

Limitations

400

One state looks to get kids in crisis out of the ER and back home 

Constructive
500

What is the necessity for solutions journalism?

Solutions journalism focuses on revitalizing the news industry by adding new perspectives to traditional stories, engaging viewers in the news. 

500

Name all four Pillars

Response, Evidence, Insights, and Limitations
500

Turkish players give the mascots jackets to stop them from getting cold 

Positive Journalism

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