Offering clear and insightful definitions, this glossary serves as a comprehensive resource for key terms in news and journalism studies. It aims to enhance understanding of significant concepts within the field, making it an essential reference for students, educators, and professionals alike.
The book delves into the evolving landscape of journalism, addressing critical issues facing the global news industry. It explores the historical development of 'objective' reporting across various media, including newspapers, radio, and television. By analyzing the interplay between journalism practices, institutions, and audiences, it provides a comprehensive understanding of contemporary news culture and its challenges.
The myth of the Iroquois remains unbroken! They have been praised as sage orators and prudent diplomats with political vision and dreaded for their cruelty in warfare. The preeminent position of women in their society made them precursors of feminism. Their men’s haircut became a trademark of rebellious youth. This comprehensive overview across four centuries offers profound insights into the legendary and still vibrant culture of the Iroquois.
The events of September 11 continue to resonate in powerful, yet sometimes unexpected ways. For many journalists, the crisis has decisively recast their sense of the world around them. Familiar notions of what it means to be a journalist, how best to practice journalism, and what the public can reasonably expect of journalists in the name of democracy, have been shaken to their foundations. Journalism After September 11 examines how the traumatic attacks of that day continue to transform the nature of journalism, particularly in the United States and Britain.
The book emphasizes the importance of online news and its potential impact on society. It argues that for the promises of digital journalism to be realized, a broader audience must engage with insightful literature that explores these themes. By encouraging critical thinking and informed discussions, the book aims to elevate the standards of online reporting and foster a more informed public.
This publication offers a unique Scottish perspective on a popular subject written by the curator of the National War Museum of Scotland.