Journalism (Week 5) 700 words +

Before reading the chapter, write a few sentences that define journalism.

1. Read Chapter 2

2. Watch a short video “What is journalism?” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88Midc38AUU

3. Watch  “The slow journalism revolution | Rob Orchard | TEDxMadrid”  at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGtFXtnWME4

4. Read the article on the scandal involving Brian Williams at http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/erik-wemple/wp/2015/02/05/the-brian-williams-scandal-is-an-nbc-news-wide-scandal/

Once you complete your readings and watch the videos, write a new definition of journalism. Include both definitions in your essay (700 words). How have journalistic values and journalism changed over time? What are some traditional journalistic values? Why is credibility so important? Read about the scandal involving Brian Williams and express your opinion on Williams’ actions.