Friday, January 30, 2009

chapter fourteen

Objectivity: stick to observable facts
-avoid injecting opinions
-point out misleading information
-avoid agendas

Thoroughness: look at all aspects of a story
-give as much information as possible so your audience understands
-understand the subject
-develop expertise and use it to sort through competing claims

Accuracy: providing truthful information
-get the facts straight
-double check the information from witnesses
-never assume things

Fairness: making sure all bases are covered-
get both sides of the story
-let people respond if they think you are wrong
-be a good listener

Transparency: being an open journalist
-be upfront about your biases
-reveal the process and your prejudice
-offer a look behind the scenes every once and a while

1 comment:

  1. Flip flops in the snow? That's hard core! But I agree with you on one thing: I'm always looking for beauty and love around me. Nice list here on Ch. 14. I like that it's very practical and very short.

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