Definition:
Define “Journalism” in 1-3 sentences.
current events that are news worthy. You can broadcast through internet, radio and televsion.



List and describe the six criteria of newsworthiness.

TITLE DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE
1 Signifigance- important events that impact alot of people. 9/11.

2. Proximity- events that are close to home. Daily weather in Eagan.

3. Timleliness- events that are current, happening right now. Car accident on 35E during rush hour.

4. Prominance- news about famous people. Kristin Stewart and Rob Pattinson's romantic relationship.


5. Unusualness- things that do not usually happen.

6. Human interest- news that appeals to the audience. Baby panda being born at zoo.




What are the advantages of print journalism?
1. print gives more info

2. choose what you want to read

3. choose when you read it


What are the advantages of broadcast journalism?

1.live and gives up to date information

2. free

3. video brings it to life


Why has online journalism (convergent media) become so popular?
best of both worlds. You can have very detailed stories, video, everything. You can do everything at once. All the stories you want are right there.