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What is the primary aim of explanatory journalism?
What is the primary aim of explanatory journalism?
- To provide opinion-based news.
- To present ongoing news stories with added context. (correct)
- To deliver news in a traditional format.
- To focus solely on sports-related news.
Which website is most commonly associated with explanatory journalism?
Which website is most commonly associated with explanatory journalism?
- Bloomberg News
- CNN
- The Guardian
- Vox (correct)
What challenge do editors face in explanatory journalism?
What challenge do editors face in explanatory journalism?
- Determining how to sensationalize news stories.
- Staying focused only on international news.
- Deciding what to explain without giving opinions. (correct)
- Finding ways to avoid using visuals like charts.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Vox's reporting style?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Vox's reporting style?
What does 'both-sidesism' refer to in media reporting?
What does 'both-sidesism' refer to in media reporting?
Which of the following consequences can arise from false balance in journalism?
Which of the following consequences can arise from false balance in journalism?
In what year did explanatory journalism become a Pulitzer Prize category?
In what year did explanatory journalism become a Pulitzer Prize category?
What misconception can lead to false balance in news reporting?
What misconception can lead to false balance in news reporting?
What effect does false balance in media reporting have on public perception?
What effect does false balance in media reporting have on public perception?
Which industries are mentioned as exploiting scientific controversies for their benefit?
Which industries are mentioned as exploiting scientific controversies for their benefit?
What is a common misconception regarding animated news content?
What is a common misconception regarding animated news content?
Which event involving President Lincoln is highlighted in the content?
Which event involving President Lincoln is highlighted in the content?
What significant impact did animated news have on the portrayal of events?
What significant impact did animated news have on the portrayal of events?
How did the media portray Tiger Woods following his car accident in 2009?
How did the media portray Tiger Woods following his car accident in 2009?
Which phrase best describes the term 'CNN operas' mentioned in the content?
Which phrase best describes the term 'CNN operas' mentioned in the content?
What was a consequence of the lack of real footage regarding the Tiger Woods incident?
What was a consequence of the lack of real footage regarding the Tiger Woods incident?
What controversial link is mentioned in the content that is often discussed in public health?
What controversial link is mentioned in the content that is often discussed in public health?
What significant role did artists play before the advent of photography according to the content?
What significant role did artists play before the advent of photography according to the content?
What aspect of explanatory journalism sets it apart from traditional news reporting?
What aspect of explanatory journalism sets it apart from traditional news reporting?
Which of the following is a challenge faced by editors in explanatory journalism?
Which of the following is a challenge faced by editors in explanatory journalism?
Which publication is known for its concise style that uses charts and photos in its reporting?
Which publication is known for its concise style that uses charts and photos in its reporting?
What does false balance in media reporting typically result in?
What does false balance in media reporting typically result in?
What misconception does false balance in reporting often stem from?
What misconception does false balance in reporting often stem from?
How is both-sidesism characterized in media bias?
How is both-sidesism characterized in media bias?
In what year was explanatory journalism established as a category for the Pulitzer Prize?
In what year was explanatory journalism established as a category for the Pulitzer Prize?
What type of stories does explanatory reporting aim to clarify for the audience?
What type of stories does explanatory reporting aim to clarify for the audience?
Which of the following best describes the term 'animated news'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'animated news'?
What role did interest groups play in promoting false balance in scientific issues?
What role did interest groups play in promoting false balance in scientific issues?
What consequence can arise from the media's reliance on animated news in reporting?
What consequence can arise from the media's reliance on animated news in reporting?
How did the portrayal of Tiger Woods in media evolve after his incidents?
How did the portrayal of Tiger Woods in media evolve after his incidents?
What does the concept of 'false balance' in media reporting contribute to?
What does the concept of 'false balance' in media reporting contribute to?
What artistic function did artists serve before the invention of photography?
What artistic function did artists serve before the invention of photography?
Which misconception is commonly associated with the topic of vaccination?
Which misconception is commonly associated with the topic of vaccination?
What is the primary concern regarding animated news content?
What is the primary concern regarding animated news content?
Which element is critical for understanding public reactions to animated news?
Which element is critical for understanding public reactions to animated news?
What key factor contributed to the notoriety of the 2009 Tiger Woods crash?
What key factor contributed to the notoriety of the 2009 Tiger Woods crash?
What is a major challenge in ensuring effective explanatory journalism?
What is a major challenge in ensuring effective explanatory journalism?
What distinguishes explanatory journalism from traditional news reports?
What distinguishes explanatory journalism from traditional news reports?
Which statement about false balance is accurate?
Which statement about false balance is accurate?
What was Vox's original focus before evolving into a broader platform?
What was Vox's original focus before evolving into a broader platform?
How is both-sidesism commonly defined in the context of media reporting?
How is both-sidesism commonly defined in the context of media reporting?
What effect can false balance have on public understanding?
What effect can false balance have on public understanding?
Which of the following best describes an important aspect of explanatory journalism?
Which of the following best describes an important aspect of explanatory journalism?
What may contribute to the prevalence of false balance in journalism?
What may contribute to the prevalence of false balance in journalism?
What primary effect does false balance in media reporting often have on public perception?
What primary effect does false balance in media reporting often have on public perception?
How did animated news content contribute to the portrayal of events like the Tiger Woods accident?
How did animated news content contribute to the portrayal of events like the Tiger Woods accident?
Which group is cited as exploiting scientific controversy to create false balance in media coverage?
Which group is cited as exploiting scientific controversy to create false balance in media coverage?
What major historical event involving President Lincoln is mentioned in relation to media interpretations?
What major historical event involving President Lincoln is mentioned in relation to media interpretations?
What is a potential ethical concern regarding animated news according to the content?
What is a potential ethical concern regarding animated news according to the content?
What criticism is mentioned about animated news channels like Taiwan's Next Media?
What criticism is mentioned about animated news channels like Taiwan's Next Media?
What misconception is commonly associated with the MMR vaccine controversy?
What misconception is commonly associated with the MMR vaccine controversy?
How is the term 'CNN operas' best characterized in the context of media?
How is the term 'CNN operas' best characterized in the context of media?
What trend is highlighted regarding public perception after animated news segments are aired?
What trend is highlighted regarding public perception after animated news segments are aired?
What significant impact did lack of real footage have on the narrative of the Tiger Woods accident?
What significant impact did lack of real footage have on the narrative of the Tiger Woods accident?
Study Notes
Explanatory Journalism
- Explanatory journalism aims to present news stories with greater context and accessibility than traditional news formats.
- Associated with the website Vox, this type of reporting has been a Pulitzer Prize category since 1985.
- Other platforms exemplifying explanatory journalism include The Upshot (NY Times), Bloomberg Quicktake, The Conversation, and FiveThirtyEight.
- Vox originated in 2003 as a blog focusing on baseball in Oakland and expanded to cover sports, politics, lifestyle, and economics.
- The style of explanatory journalism is concise, utilizing photos, charts, and summaries to clarify complex issues.
- Challenges include determining what information to explain and steering clear of opinionated content.
False Balance (Both-sidesism)
- False balance presents opposing viewpoints as equally valid, despite evidence suggesting one side is overwhelmingly supported.
- This bias often misrepresents scientific consensus, leading to misinformation and public doubt.
- Notable examples of false balance include topics like human-caused climate change, health effects of tobacco, and evolution versus intelligent design.
- It can benefit interest groups seeking to maintain dubious positions by creating a facade of legitimacy.
Historical Media Representation
- Before photography, artists created sketches to depict significant news events, capturing public interest and history.
- An example includes sketches of Lincoln's assassination, highlighting the artist's interpretation of historical events.
Animated News
- Animated news blurs the lines between fact and fiction, allowing news organizations to create events visually when real footage is unavailable.
- An example is Taiwan's Next Media, known for producing animated videos on various topics that often become part of pop culture.
Ethics of Animated News
- Questions arise regarding the news media's right to create animated representations of real people and events, especially concerning consent.
- The pursuit of entertainment can undermine the authenticity of news outlets and mislead the audience.
Tiger Woods Incident
- On November 27, 2009, Tiger Woods was severely injured in a car crash, leading to widespread speculation about the circumstances.
- Media coverage intensified in the absence of real footage, with various outlets attempting to fill in the narrative gaps, ultimately revealing personal scandals and affairs.
- Woods' subsequent car accident in February 2021 resulted in a serious injury but painted him as a hero, creating a contrast between past controversies and current support from fans and fellow golfers.
Explanatory Journalism
- Explanatory journalism aims to present news stories with greater context and accessibility than traditional news formats.
- Associated with the website Vox, this type of reporting has been a Pulitzer Prize category since 1985.
- Other platforms exemplifying explanatory journalism include The Upshot (NY Times), Bloomberg Quicktake, The Conversation, and FiveThirtyEight.
- Vox originated in 2003 as a blog focusing on baseball in Oakland and expanded to cover sports, politics, lifestyle, and economics.
- The style of explanatory journalism is concise, utilizing photos, charts, and summaries to clarify complex issues.
- Challenges include determining what information to explain and steering clear of opinionated content.
False Balance (Both-sidesism)
- False balance presents opposing viewpoints as equally valid, despite evidence suggesting one side is overwhelmingly supported.
- This bias often misrepresents scientific consensus, leading to misinformation and public doubt.
- Notable examples of false balance include topics like human-caused climate change, health effects of tobacco, and evolution versus intelligent design.
- It can benefit interest groups seeking to maintain dubious positions by creating a facade of legitimacy.
Historical Media Representation
- Before photography, artists created sketches to depict significant news events, capturing public interest and history.
- An example includes sketches of Lincoln's assassination, highlighting the artist's interpretation of historical events.
Animated News
- Animated news blurs the lines between fact and fiction, allowing news organizations to create events visually when real footage is unavailable.
- An example is Taiwan's Next Media, known for producing animated videos on various topics that often become part of pop culture.
Ethics of Animated News
- Questions arise regarding the news media's right to create animated representations of real people and events, especially concerning consent.
- The pursuit of entertainment can undermine the authenticity of news outlets and mislead the audience.
Tiger Woods Incident
- On November 27, 2009, Tiger Woods was severely injured in a car crash, leading to widespread speculation about the circumstances.
- Media coverage intensified in the absence of real footage, with various outlets attempting to fill in the narrative gaps, ultimately revealing personal scandals and affairs.
- Woods' subsequent car accident in February 2021 resulted in a serious injury but painted him as a hero, creating a contrast between past controversies and current support from fans and fellow golfers.
Explanatory Journalism
- Explanatory journalism aims to present news stories with greater context and accessibility than traditional news formats.
- Associated with the website Vox, this type of reporting has been a Pulitzer Prize category since 1985.
- Other platforms exemplifying explanatory journalism include The Upshot (NY Times), Bloomberg Quicktake, The Conversation, and FiveThirtyEight.
- Vox originated in 2003 as a blog focusing on baseball in Oakland and expanded to cover sports, politics, lifestyle, and economics.
- The style of explanatory journalism is concise, utilizing photos, charts, and summaries to clarify complex issues.
- Challenges include determining what information to explain and steering clear of opinionated content.
False Balance (Both-sidesism)
- False balance presents opposing viewpoints as equally valid, despite evidence suggesting one side is overwhelmingly supported.
- This bias often misrepresents scientific consensus, leading to misinformation and public doubt.
- Notable examples of false balance include topics like human-caused climate change, health effects of tobacco, and evolution versus intelligent design.
- It can benefit interest groups seeking to maintain dubious positions by creating a facade of legitimacy.
Historical Media Representation
- Before photography, artists created sketches to depict significant news events, capturing public interest and history.
- An example includes sketches of Lincoln's assassination, highlighting the artist's interpretation of historical events.
Animated News
- Animated news blurs the lines between fact and fiction, allowing news organizations to create events visually when real footage is unavailable.
- An example is Taiwan's Next Media, known for producing animated videos on various topics that often become part of pop culture.
Ethics of Animated News
- Questions arise regarding the news media's right to create animated representations of real people and events, especially concerning consent.
- The pursuit of entertainment can undermine the authenticity of news outlets and mislead the audience.
Tiger Woods Incident
- On November 27, 2009, Tiger Woods was severely injured in a car crash, leading to widespread speculation about the circumstances.
- Media coverage intensified in the absence of real footage, with various outlets attempting to fill in the narrative gaps, ultimately revealing personal scandals and affairs.
- Woods' subsequent car accident in February 2021 resulted in a serious injury but painted him as a hero, creating a contrast between past controversies and current support from fans and fellow golfers.
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Explore the world of explanatory journalism, a reporting style that aims to make news stories accessible by providing deeper context. This quiz delves into its significance, evolution, and notable examples, including Pulitzer Prize winners. Learn how platforms like Vox and The Upshot have reshaped news reporting.
