Journalism During Pandemics
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What does accuracy over speed refer to in the context of crisis reporting?

  • Giving more importance to accuracy than speed (correct)
  • Ignoring facts to report quickly
  • Prioritizing speed over fact-checking
  • Rushing to report news to be the first
  • What is an important skill for journalists to develop when reporting on health crises?

  • Knowing how to take photos
  • Using social media to spread news quickly
  • Finding reliable experts and humanizing stories (correct)
  • Being an expert in healthcare
  • Why is fact-checking important during a pandemic?

  • To spread news quickly
  • To verify facts amidst misinformation (correct)
  • To be the first to report news
  • To ignore rumors and myths
  • What is the purpose of Internews' production of short videos and explainers?

    <p>To educate on disinformation surrounding COVID-19</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Ellen Tordesillas emphasize as a basic requirement for journalists?

    <p>To be informed of the specific issue with sobriety and sensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a problem that occurs in crisis reporting, according to Araullo?

    <p>The rush to be first, especially in the age of social media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is important for journalists to do when covering health crises, according to Celeste Anna Formoso?

    <p>To explain health jargon and statistics plainly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge in crisis reporting, according to Gaea Cabico?

    <p>Fact-checking in a timely manner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of VERA Files in the context of crisis reporting?

    <p>To fact-check and debunk rumors and myths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for journalists to upgrade their skills in covering health crises?

    <p>To be able to report on health crises accurately and responsibly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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