Ch4 Media Ethics Flashcard

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Media law help us answer what _____ we publish, while media ethics helps us answer what _____ we publish?

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may, should

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What activity is described as an invasion of privacy? Borrowing a book from the library, Bugging the counselor’s office, Asking for advice from a counselor, Sending an email to a friend

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Bugging the counselor’s office

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What law is violated by using the Beatles’ “Hey Jude” without permission in a broadcast?

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Copyright law

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What is an example of an ethical dilemma in journalism?

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An action that is legal but violates journalism ethics

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What is a code of ethics?

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A written set of guidelines for ethical behavior

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What is one purpose of a code of ethics?

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To provide language to explain your decisions to others

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What does ethical journalism strive to ensure?

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Free exchange of information that is accurate, fair, and thorough

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What is one of the expectations of your audience according to the document?

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Tell the story of diversity

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Which of the following is NOT an expectation mentioned in the document? Seek seldom heard voices, Provide context for events, Spot trends and explain events, Focus solely on entertainment

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Focus solely on entertainment

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What are the ABCs of Journalism?

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Be accurate, be balanced, be concise