Journalism

e-books in Journalism category

Making News at The New York Times
by Nikki Usher - University of Michigan Press , 2014
This book is the first in-depth portrait of the nation's, if not the world's, premier newspaper in the digital age. It presents a lively chronicle of months spent in the newsroom observing daily conversations, meetings, and journalists at work.
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The Curious Journalist's Guide to Data
by Jonathan Stray , 2016
This is a book about using data in journalism, but it's not a particularly practical book. Instead it's for the curious, for those who wonder about the deep ideas that hold everything together. There are few equations and no code in this book.
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Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship
by Michelle Ferrier, Elizabeth Mays , 2017
The textbook is designed to fill the needs of a growing number of journalism and mass communications programs in the U.S. that are teaching media entrepreneurship, media innovation, and the business of journalism to undergraduates and graduates.
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The Government Factor: Undermining Journalistic Ethics in the Information Age
by Richard T. Kaplar, Patrick D. Maines - Cato Institute , 1995
Do journalistic ethics still have meaning in an age of sensationalism and tabloid TV? How has journalism reached this point, and what can be done to foster ethical conduct? The authors find answers in some surprising quarters ...
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Information Strategies for Communicators
by Kathleen A. Hansen, Nora Paul - University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing , 2015
The definitive text for the information search and evaluation process as practiced by news and strategic communication message producers. The book is currently used at the University of Minnesota School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
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The Upside Down Guide to writing for the Press
by Peter Rose - Bookboon , 2014
Topics: The mechanics of writing a successful press release; How to ensure that your copy is relevant and newsworthy; How professionals check they have included all of the salient facts; Different types of press release, plus written examples; etc.
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Post Industrial Journalism: Adapting to the Present
by C.W. Anderson, E. Bell, C. Shirky - Tow Center for Digital Journalism , 2012
This essay is part survey and part manifesto, one that concerns itself with the practice of journalism and the practices of journalists in the United States. It is not about the future of the news industry, because there is no such industry anymore.
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Check It Out!: Great Reporters on What It Takes to Tell the Story
by Art Athens - Fordham University Press , 2004
Here's a legendary journalist's back to the basics guide to the craft of broadcast news. Combining insights from his own award-winning career, Art Athens offers a primer on the best practices in reporting, writing, and delivering the news.
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To Tell You the Truth: The Ethical Journalism Initiative
by Aidan White - International Federation of Journalists , 2008
The Ethical Journalism Initiative outlined in this book provides support for journalists who are keeping an ethical flame alive in the profession. There is also encouragement for those who are ready to stand up for journalism ...
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The Data Journalism Handbook
by J. Gray, L. Chambers, L. Bounegru - O'Reilly Media , 2012
This collaborative book coordinated by the European Journalism Centre aims to answer questions like: Where can I find data? How can I request data? What tools can I use? How can I find stories in data? How can I make data journalism sustainable?
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Handbook of Independent Journalism
by Deborah Potter - U.S. Department of State , 2006
This handbook covers the ins and outs of what every professional journalist should know: how to research, write, edit a story, write headlines, choose graphics, select quotes, online journalism forms, the skills required in beat reporting.
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