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Introduction to Journalism

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Journalism

November 2005 | 256 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd
'The book does what it says on the label. It is punctuated throughout with useful and relevant quotes from working journalists - their opinions, tips and warnings - a technique that drives home the message and adds life and colour' -THES Textbook Guide

The job of a journalist has changed dramatically over the past few decades with satellite links, 24 hour rolling news, and the Internet creating constant pressure for the latest updates. But for all that, the fundamentals of doing the job remain the same: it's about identifying a story, getting the interviews, and delivering a balanced and interesting report.

'Introduction to Journalism' examines the skills needed to work as a journalist in newspapers, television, radio and online:

" Provides case studies as a guide to researching stories, interviewing, and writing for each medium, as well as recording material for both radio and television.

" Offers a wide range of comment and tips on the best way to approach stories

" Includes interviews with journalists working on a variety of news outlets from the BBC to weekly newspapers.

This book provides a lively and authoritative introduction to journalism and readers will enjoy the insight from a range of journalists.

 
Introduction
 
What is News?
 
Researching a Story
 
Writing a Story
 
Interviewing
 
Broadcast Skills
 
An Introduction to the English Legal System
 
The Journalist and the Law
 
Reporting in the Courts
 
Reporting Local Government and Politics
 
Regulation
 
Glossary of Legal Terms
 
Glossary of Journalism Terms

A very useful teaching resource.

Dr Martina Topic
Leeds Business School, Leeds Beckett University
January 31, 2015

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