Journalism Notes 4-18-11

Definition:
Define “Journalism” in 1-3 sentences.

Journalism is the telling of current events that are news worthy through writing (ex. Newspapers, magazines, internet).

List and describe the six criteria of newsworthiness.

TITLE DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE

1 Timeliness: The news is current Examples: weather, sports stories

2. Prominence: Care about important people (famous people) Examples: Britney spears shaving her hair, Obama getting a dog, Prince William getting married

3. Proximity: We care about the news that is close to us Examples: News, weather, fires

4. Significance: The bigger the event the more people that are impacted by it Example: Japan, Katrina, Metrodome collapsing, 9/11

5. Unusualness: We care about things that do not happen often Examples: Murders, suicides, fires, gas leaks

6. Human Interest: Feel good stories Examples: Baby animal rescued, kids brave stories


What are the advantages of print journalism?
1. Stories have much more detail
2. You control what you read (sports, entertainment, etc.)
3. Easier to carry around, take with you

What are the advantages of broadcast journalism?
1. Much more current
2. Live shots and audio, a more powerful effect
3. Easier access (t.v., not only home)

Why has online journalism (convergent media) become so popular?

I would say that online journalism is so popular because it is the best of both worlds. It is updated frequently, easily accessible, and you can see live footage. Also, you can read as much as you would like or correspond with other articles online. It is also free.