Journalism Principles and Practices

Journalism Principles and Practices

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video discusses the seven principles of good journalism, emphasizing truth, public obligation, independence, watchdog role, storytelling, ethics, and balance. It explores the internet's impact on journalism, highlighting changes in research methods and the rise of citizen journalism. The future of journalism is seen as a partnership between professional and citizen journalists, adhering to these principles.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the Committee of Concerned Journalists?

To support political interests

To promote advertising in journalism

To increase newspaper sales

To compile principles of good journalism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important for journalists to verify facts?

To attract more advertisers

To support their personal opinions

To ensure the public can trust the news

To increase their popularity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a journalist's first obligation according to the principles?

To the advertisers

To the public

To their own interests

To the government

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can journalists maintain objectivity?

By following the owner's views

By using a single source

By avoiding controversial topics

By using multiple sources

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do journalists play as watchdogs?

To entertain the public

To report on government actions

To promote their own opinions

To support political parties

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is storytelling important in journalism?

To make news more entertaining

To support political agendas

To ensure news is relevant and engaging

To increase newspaper sales

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the internet changed journalism research?

Journalists conduct more fieldwork

Journalists avoid using the internet

Journalists use the internet for research

Journalists now rely more on live interviews

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