6 Questions
Journalism needs to concern itself with ethics because of its potential for either ______ or good
harm
The media can also attract and direct ______ attention, persuade in matters of opinion and belief, and influence behavior
public
The rules or standards governing the conduct of a person or the members of a profession is a definition of ______
ethics
What are some of the potential effects that journalism can have on society, according to Dennis McQuail?
The media can serve to repress as well as to liberate, to unite as well as fragment society, both to promote and to hold back change.
Why does journalism need to concern itself with ethics?
Because of its potential for either harm or good.
What is the role that ethical knowledge, understanding, and compliance play in journalism?
They provide the tempering and discipline that the media needs to responsibly attract and direct public attention, persuade in matters of opinion and belief, influence behavior, structure definitions of reality, confer status and legitimacy, and inform quickly and extensively.
Test your knowledge of journalism ethics with this quiz! From accuracy and fairness to conflicts of interest and sources, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the basic principles of right action in the field of journalism. Sharpen your skills and see how you measure up to the standards governing the conduct of journalists.
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