Journalism Ethics

What is Journalism

• the collection, preparation, and distribution of news

• reportig news and information.

• the activity of gathering, assessing, creating, and presenting news and information.

• gathering news and information

Define Timeliness

• turning in news and information on time.

• finishing news by the deadline.

• ensuring that all facts, figures, and statements in a news report are correct and verified.

• delivering news promptly while the information is still relevant and of interest to the public.

Define Feature Journalism

• features different stories including your own opinion.

• uncovers hidden truths and exposes wrongdoings

• expresses the writer's point of view and personal opinions.

• explores topics in depth and provides context and analysis.

Ensuring that all facts, figures, and statements in a news report are correct and verified is called…

• Accuracy

• Objective

• Timeliness

• Fairness

Providing balanced coverage by representing multiple viewpoints and avoiding bias is called...

• Accuracy

• Fairness

• Timeliness

• Objectively

Which of the following is NOT a type of Journalism?

• Opinion Journalism

• Narrative Journalism

• Feature Journalism

• Investigative Journalism

What is Opinion Journalism?

• expresses and explores topics from the point of view of their audience.

• uncovers hidden truths and exposes wrongdoings.

• expresses the writer's point of view and personal opinions.

• explores topics in depth and provides context and analysis.

Which is NOT a skill of a Journalist?

• strong communication skills

• excellent research and investigation abilities.

• Strong creativity

• ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

What is the purpose of Journalism?

• to inform the public about events and issues that affect their lives.

• to inform the public about current news.

• to interview and write stories on different people.

• provide citizens with accurate and reliable information they need to function in a free society.

Define Objectivity

• ensuring that all facts, figures, and statements in a news report are correct and verified.

• reporting the news without personal bias or opinion, presenting facts as they are.

• delivering news promptly while the information is still relevant and of interest to the public.

• providing balanced coverage by representing multiple viewpoints and avoiding bias.