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Reading Time: 2 minutesIt is the opposite of general assignment reporting. Journalists focus on a single area. They are defined geographically or on important issues like health, education and the environment. Beat reporters develop in-depth knowledge of the area being reported Journalists use experts related to their beat and create an extensive contact list to help them with…
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Reading Time: < 1 minute It involves identifying the source of reported information. Use the source’s full name and title if it is relevant. Information can be quoted directly or paraphrased. Information provided outside of a journalist’s observations should be attributed appropriately. It prevents fraud and copyright infringement. WORKS CITED https://global.oup.com/us/companion.websites/9780190200886/student/chapter10/gline/level/…
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Reading Time: 2 minutesNumerous international news agencies operate globally, sharing news from various regions and categories. Reuters: A British news organisation that provides news to newspapers, television, and radio stations globally. Associated Press (AP): An American non-profit news agency that shares news with bureaus worldwide. Agence France-Presse (AFP): A French news agency that covers global news and events, focusing on providing multimedia content. Bloomberg: An…
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteKnown sources – These are the established institutions that form the backbone of societal order, such as police stations and hospitals. Journalists often cultivate relationships with these sources, building trust over time. This trust enables a steady flow of accurate and timely information, providing a stable foundation for news gathering. Anticipated sources – These sources…
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Reading Time: 2 minutes Primary sources, positioned at the epicentre of an event or issue, provide invaluable first-hand information. Secondary sources, on the other hand, act as conduits for relaying information from those directly involved. Both are indispensable in crafting a complete and accurate news story. Primary Sources – Examples : Eyewitnesses: Individuals who directly observe and experience…
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Reading Time: 2 minutes Reporting events or issues accurately and impartially is fundamental to journalism. Relying solely on personal observations may offer a limited perspective, and journalists often risk missing crucial events/news. Therefore, diversifying sources is important, enabling reporters to present a more holistic understanding of the news. In journalism, a “source” refers to the origin or provider…
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe distinction between news and fiction/creative writing lies in their purpose, content, and engagement with information. NEWS FICTION/CREATIVE WRITING NATURE OF CONTENT News deals with real-world facts and events Creative writing/ fiction involves imaginative exploration. OBJECTIVE/SUBJECTIVE News is objective, aiming for neutrality and presenting verified information. Creative writing/fiction is subjective, driven by the author’s…
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Reading Time: 3 minutesThe definitions of news, as articulated by various influential figures spanning different centuries and backgrounds, paint a comprehensive picture of the multifaceted nature of information dissemination. Each perspective offers unique insights into the essence and purpose of news. Charles Anderson Dana, an American journalist from the 19th century, said, “When a dog bites a man,…
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