Final Quiz on Journalism and Media Ethics
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What is one of the key benefits of election monitoring?

  • It guarantees the election results are correct.
  • It increases voter turnout directly.
  • It improves election quality. (correct)
  • It eliminates the need for government oversight.

    • What is one of the biggest concerns regarding the adoption of AI technology?

  • Cost-effectiveness
  • Market analysis
  • User interface design
  • Trustworthiness (correct)

    • The shift in communication is from 'people exchanging messages' to 'people communicating with one another'.

    False

    Election monitoring has no impact on electoral practices.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two contexts where election monitoring is particularly significant?

    <p>post-coup elections, post-conflict elections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is described as a new paradigm that hosts and provides services on the internet?

    <p>Cloud computing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Concerns about AI's trustworthiness include a lack of __________ control.

    <p>human</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The press is meant to serve the __________, not the governors.

    <p>governed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the concerns about AI with their descriptions:

    <p>Trustworthiness = Concerns regarding the reliability of AI technology Privacy = Potential violation of personal information Human control = Feelings of reduced oversight over AI applications Communication partner = AI's role as a new type of communicator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles of the press with their descriptions:

    <p>Public service = Serves the governed and exposes abuses of power Journalism = Must uphold high moral and ethical standards Election monitoring = Deters cheating and improves electoral processes Social responsibility = Recognizes autonomy while ensuring informed choices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory supports the idea that journalists must take responsibility for their actions?

    <p>Social Responsibility theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The presence of monitors is negatively associated with election quality.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What weighty responsibility do journalists hold in providing information?

    <p>To expose abuses of power and provide the public with essential information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for differentiating journalism from propaganda and opinion mongering?

    <p>Discipline of verification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oppressive regimes prioritize suppressing citizen journalism over journalism by professionals.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has caused a growing threat to journalism in recent years?

    <p>The economic collapse of the advertising model.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Election monitoring emerged after the end of the _____ War.

    <p>Cold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Citizen journalism = Journalism created by the general public Despotism = A form of government where a single entity holds absolute power Election monitoring = Oversight of election processes to ensure fairness Democracy scores = Metrics of a country’s democratic status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is associated with improved election quality?

    <p>Presence of international monitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monitoring is less important in countries that are classified as less free.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of a weakened journalistic ecosystem?

    <p>The rise of despotism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main purposes of AI in the commercial sector?

    <p>To reduce production costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    AI has been around for more than a century.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has AI transformed media entertainment platforms into?

    <p>Personalized and fast-performing platforms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    AI is capable of performing tasks that typically require __________ abilities.

    <p>human cognitive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the AI functions with their respective descriptions:

    <p>Intelligent outputs = Based on human interactions Consumer-oriented = Tailor to consumer needs Dynamic learning = Improves with user input Market-driven = Aimed at user satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does AI learn and adjust its interactions with users?

    <p>By analyzing historic user preferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    AI is less responsive to individual users compared to traditional media.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name a popular media service that uses AI for personalized recommendations.

    <p>Spotify, Netflix, or Amazon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding journalists compared to social media personalities?

    <p>Journalists are trained in verification processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Social media platforms primarily focus on state governance and state-society relations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one significant impact of social media on information reliability?

    <p>The rise of false information and disinformation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In contrast to traditional media, social media allows individual creators to ______ their content.

    <p>monetize</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles and their characteristics:

    <p>Journalists = Trained on verification and accountability Social media creators = Content may or may not be verified State actors = Control and manage public opinion Non-state actors = May advance criminal interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the limitation of social media?

    <p>There is often a lack of accountability and verification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dissenting groups using social media are typically celebrated for their contributions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dilemma arises in relation to press freedom as influenced by social media?

    <p>The balance between self-regulation and the dissemination of disinformation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of cable systems had the highest adoption rate of AI technology among news media organizations?

    <p>44%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary reason users prefer AI technology is the ease of making ethical decisions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form of knowledge is being created and harvested from social media?

    <p>intelligent knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    AI has significantly impacted the __________ industry.

    <p>commercial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following AI capabilities with their respective benefits:

    <p>Content recommendations = 59% benefit approval Workflow automation = 39% benefit approval Commercial optimization = 39% benefit approval Improved decision-making = 62% benefit agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of users believe that AI could improve productivity?

    <p>47%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    AI technologies currently demonstrate effective capacity in decision-making similar to humans.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the low acceptance scale mentioned in relation to AI technologies?

    <p>electronic learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Week 13 (November 27): In-Class Test (Final Quiz) and Concluding Remarks

    • Date: November 27, 2024
    • Quiz Format: 2-hour close-book quiz, three parts:
      • Part One (20%): 10 multiple-choice questions
      • Part Two (40%): Answer two out of five short questions
      • Part Three (40%): Answer one out of four long questions
    • Some readings will be included in the final quiz.

    MC Questions - Topics for Familiarity

    • Journalism and discipline of verification
    • Monitoring elections
    • Fusion of social and political
    • Research on social media in the early 21st century
    • Control and regulation of social media
    • Sectional functions and roles of social media
    • Limits of social media
    • Why did AI emerge?
    • Tabloid press and politics
    • How does AI apply to news media?
    • Emphasis on applications and examples

    Short Questions - Topics for Familiarity

    • Importance of news reporting
    • Differences between journalism and social media
    • Applicability of press theories in the 21st century
    • Benefits and disadvantages of AI
    • Analysis of Trump's victory speech (selected passage)
    • Emphasis on applications and examples

    Topics for Familiarity (Part III)

    • Bennett, W. Lance, et al. (2007). When the Press Fails: Political Power and the News Media from Iraq to Katrina. (Read the Introduction)
    • Scheufele, Dietram A., and David Tewksbury. (2007). "Framing, Agenda Setting, and Priming: The Evolution of Three Media Effects Models."

    Week 8: Importance of News Reporting

    • People crave news for basic instinct (awareness instinct).
    • Knowledge of the unknown provides security.
    • News allows planning and negotiating of lives.
    • Sharing news creates community and connections.
    • News provides information about events, issues, and characters in the outside world.
    • In democratic societies, news and information are essential.

    Journalism in Context

    • Journalism is primarily a "discipline of verification."
    • It's important for accuracy and credibility.
    • It aims to present the truth to the public.

    Major Statement and Argument Regarding the Press

    • The press is not only a product of journalists but also of revolutionaries who fought for democratic principles.
    • In the 17th century, journalism emerged and grew in coffee houses.

    Journalism Elements and Rationale

    • Journalism aims for a community that the government cannot control.
    • Journalism provides citizens with the tools for civic involvement.
    • Journalism ensures democracy.
    • Journalism should provide an objective viewpoint, not be influenced by propaganda.

    Theme: Monitoring Elections

    • Election monitoring emerged after the Cold War.
    • Significant in transitional countries where governments may be unstable.
    • Monitoring elections often correlates positively with stronger democratic measures.

    Why Monitor Elections?

    • Monitoring elections is linked positively to election qualities.
    • It demonstrates an active threat from government interference.
    • Journalists must play critical roles as public interest protectors.

    Roles of Public Service Interest for the Press

    • The press's role is to serve the people, not govern them.
    • Expose abuses of power.
    • The press and public working together are crucial for self-governance.
    • Civic engagement, creating a better living environment, and the moral strength of the press are essential functions.

    Social Media Impact on Political Participation

    • Social media allows for information sharing and interaction.
    • It fosters networking and influence.
    • It can also increase civic involvement.

    Control and Regulation of Social Media

    • Increasing worldwide use of national internet filtering.
    • Blurs line separating state from private firms, regulating private firms on state directive.
    • Control over information and discourse varies among different governments.

    Intersectional Functions and Roles

    • Journalists vs. Social Media personalities: Content verification and training standards often differ.
    • Social media content verification: Not always possible or present.
    • Social media and state governance: Relationships vary widely depending on the type of government.

    Limits and Constraints of Social Media

    • Lack of editorial independence and accountability, especially concerning individual content creators.
    • Non-state actors (eg. terrorists) often use social media platforms to advance their agendas.
    • Journalism is expected to move from a public service to corporate focus..
    • New media platforms can be easy targets for criminal groups.

    Impact of AI in New Media

    • Shift from individual to device-centered communication, and individual to data-driven, more personalized media.
    • Media companies need to adapt to these changes.

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