Journalism today is moving faster than ever before. With web 2.0, blogging, huge media conglomerates, 24-hour news-networks, and tight legal frameworks, this introduction investigates the role of journalism in the digital age. With priorities shifting, do journalists still strive for truth or are they solely concerned with "infotainment" – driven by sales and ratings? This captivating guide explains the history of journalism, its everyday workings, and the ethical dilemmas that modern journalists face.
| ISBN: | 9781851687039 |
| Publication date: | 1st January 2010 |
| Author: | Sarah Niblock |
| Publisher: | Oneworld Publications |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 224 pages |
| Series: | Beginner's Guides |
| Genres: |
Media studies Media, entertainment, information and communication industries |