What is journalism?
What is the main purpose of journalism?
To inform the public about important events and issues.
What is one key trait of a journalist?
Curiosity.
News and information should be fact based. And all information should be checked for authenticity and accuracy. (avoid misinformation or lies)
How can journalism influence public opinion?
By shaping public opinion and influencing how people think about important issues.
What is a news cycle?
The time it takes for news to be reported and become outdated.
What is the difference between news and opinion?
News presents factual information, while opinion expresses personal beliefs or interpretations.
Can anyone be a journalist? Explain.
Yes, anyone can gather and share information, but professional journalists adhere to ethical standards and strive for accuracy.
What does the core value of Impartiality mean?
All journalists should be aware that there is always more than one side to a story - and they should present all sides to the public
What is "fake news"?
Misinformation presented as news.
In a news story about a school event, why is it important to include quotes from students who attended?
To provide diverse perspectives and make the story more engaging.
What are the key elements of a news story?
Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How.
What is a traditional Journalist?
What does the core value of humanity mean?
Being aware of the consequences of what you present to the public and broadcast. That means trying not to publish info that could lead to hate speech, violence or harm to anybody
Name a social issue impacted by journalism.
Civil Rights, Climate Change, Gender Equality, Police Brutality, Immigration, Healthcare Access, etc.
What role does social media play in journalism?
It spreads news quickly and allows for public engagement.
What is investigative journalism?
In-depth reporting to uncover the truth.
Who is a journalist now?
Anyone can participate in journalism because of the internet and social media. It is much harder to know if someone has been trained or works for anybody specific anymore
What is the importance of verifying information before publishing it?
To ensure accuracy and avoid spreading false information.
How does journalism contribute to a democratic society?
By providing citizens with the information they need to make informed decisions and participate in democracy.
What is free speech?
What is "public interest" in journalism?
Stories that are relevant and important to the public, even if they are controversial or unpopular.
What is important about the future of journalism?
That all journalists, both professionally trained and self trained consider the ethics and values of good journalism
What does the core value of Accountability mean?
How can you become a more informed and critical consumer of news?
By critically evaluating news sources, checking information for accuracy, and being aware of potential biases.
What is the difference between free speech and journalism (with regards to ethical rules)
A journalist has to take into account the accuracy and impact of their information. They can't spread misinformation, they have to respect the facts, they can't lie, they have to think about the impact of their information, and be impartial. And they have to admit mistakes.