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

It is the telling of current events that are news worthy through Internet, radio, television, magazine or newspaper.

List and describe the six criteria of newsworthiness.

TITLE DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE
1 . Timeliness- Care about things that are happening now Ex. Health care, Hatti

2. Significance - Many people are impacted Ex. 9/11

3. Unusualness - Something unusual Ex. man bites dog

4. Prominence - Famous people Ex. Brittany Spears gets head shaved

5. Proximity - Things that occur that are close to you Ex. Twins news

6. Human Interest Stories - Stories that make you feel good Ex. Man saves kitty




What are the advantages of print journalism?
1. control what you read

2. Don't have to wait for news to come on

3. Newspaper can go to much more detail


What are the advantages of broadcast journalism?

1. Videos and sound clips

2. Shows live updates

3. Professional explain story for you, access anywhere


Why has online journalism (convergent media) become so popular?
You can have a bit of both of broadcast and print journalism. You can choose to watch videos and listen to sound clips just like broadcast journalism. You can also choose to read about topics just like print journalism.