Journalism Research That Matters

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Despite the crisis in journalism, a significant research-practice gap exists in the news industry. This volume aims to bridge that gap by translating timely scholarly research on pressing issues into accessible insights for a non-specialist audience. Contributions from both academics and journalists foster discussions on impactful journalism research that can enhance the field and ensure its financial sustainability. Key topics include the financial viability of quality news, audience consumption patterns, and the critical need to address race, inequality, and diversity in journalism. The book highlights necessary interventions in policy research and demystifies complex terms like "news literacy," "data literacy," and "data scraping." It also offers practitioners strategies for collaboration with scholars, emphasizing product and human-centered design and recognizing differing priorities in joint projects. Valuable insights are provided on news business models, audience research, misinformation, and inclusivity. This volume serves as a guide for journalists on essential knowledge and as a call to action for scholars to conduct research that effectively supports the news industry in navigating disruption.