Friday, December 7, 2007
Media ethics in news media
I believe that the most important reason to have a code of ethics in news media is so that fabricated stories do not make their way into out homes. People like to make sure that their news is coming from a reliable source, and that it is fact. No one likes to be put on false terms, or be lied to, so it is important that out news be the truth. Media ethics in news media have list of guidelines that are important to follow. Identifying and linking to sources whenever feasible is important so people know that they have a reliable source for his or her news. People want reliable sources for their news so he or she knows that it is the truth. The public is entitled to as much information as possible on sources' reliability. Also, it is important to give proper quotations, headlines, photos and all other content do not misrepresent. They should not oversimplify or highlight incidents out of context. Never distort the content of photos without disclosing what has been changed. Image enhancement is only acceptable for technical purposes, such as clarity. Most importantly, in news media, never announce information that is known to be inaccurate -- and if publishing questionable information, make it clear it's in doubt. In order to make sure that these types of problems to not occur, employees of the news team need to distinguish between advocacy, commentary and factual information. Even advocacy writing and commentary should not misrepresent fact or context.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
News Gathering and Protection of Rights in Media
The main blog topic that will be explained is the Protection of Rights in Media law, and more importantly, news- gathering rights. Newsgathering institutions have the trusted responsibility of creating a fair, balanced, honest and accurate product. The overall product, in this case the news, not only reflects the integrity of the employees but the news organization, as well.
The Newspaper Guild Communications Workers of America promote three important principles that describe a news companies mission. The first important principle being that employees working for any news company or corporation is guaranteed freedom of speech and beliefs in the workplace. The second guideline that is associated with news gathering rights in media includes employees being treated fairly and equal and that his or her position in the company is respected by fellow employees and peers. The third and final important guideline dealing with news gathering is that news organizations have to adhere to the same high standards of fairness and integrity that they demand of their employees.
I believe that the most important guideline is the news companies having to treat their employees with respect and integrity. Just like anything, it is extremely important for individuals to be happy where at the workplace. If the employee is unhappy and treated unfairly, the output in work production will certainly drop.
The Newspaper Guild Communications Workers of America promote three important principles that describe a news companies mission. The first important principle being that employees working for any news company or corporation is guaranteed freedom of speech and beliefs in the workplace. The second guideline that is associated with news gathering rights in media includes employees being treated fairly and equal and that his or her position in the company is respected by fellow employees and peers. The third and final important guideline dealing with news gathering is that news organizations have to adhere to the same high standards of fairness and integrity that they demand of their employees.
I believe that the most important guideline is the news companies having to treat their employees with respect and integrity. Just like anything, it is extremely important for individuals to be happy where at the workplace. If the employee is unhappy and treated unfairly, the output in work production will certainly drop.
Monday, December 3, 2007
Cultivation Theory-
Cultivation Theory- Is the idea that the media shapes how people view the world.
George Gerbner stands as the creator and pioneer of the cultivation theory. It is a theory that basically stands for fairness and equality, and that with heavy exposure to cultural imagery, one may try to act out. The action or actions that many people worry about are violent crimes. Many parents think that there is way too much violence on Television and that video games are too realistic and violent. One might argue that too much exposure too any one of these things can be dangerous, potentially causing an individual to act out. Furthermore, the main argument that goes along with the cultivation theory is that everyone has a brain and can choose to do whatever he or she wants. This means that every individual has the power to make a right or wrong decision, and deal with either the positive or negative consequence. I agree with both of these different viewpoints on this theiry. For instance, I think it is totally possible for a young person to carry out a "Columbine" sized school shooting who plays very violent video games everyday. But the kicker is that there could just as easily be a mass school shooting by a young person that has never had a history of violence. This is why the cultivation theory, although very appropriate in many cases, cannot totally be proven.
George Gerbner stands as the creator and pioneer of the cultivation theory. It is a theory that basically stands for fairness and equality, and that with heavy exposure to cultural imagery, one may try to act out. The action or actions that many people worry about are violent crimes. Many parents think that there is way too much violence on Television and that video games are too realistic and violent. One might argue that too much exposure too any one of these things can be dangerous, potentially causing an individual to act out. Furthermore, the main argument that goes along with the cultivation theory is that everyone has a brain and can choose to do whatever he or she wants. This means that every individual has the power to make a right or wrong decision, and deal with either the positive or negative consequence. I agree with both of these different viewpoints on this theiry. For instance, I think it is totally possible for a young person to carry out a "Columbine" sized school shooting who plays very violent video games everyday. But the kicker is that there could just as easily be a mass school shooting by a young person that has never had a history of violence. This is why the cultivation theory, although very appropriate in many cases, cannot totally be proven.
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