Journalism Trends Blogpost

Article Critic:

1)   http://www.sssup.it/UploadDocs/6635_8_S_The_rise_of_Social_Media_and_its_Impact_on_mainstream_journalism_Newman_07.pdf

2)    http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/the-switch/wp/2014/05/06/three-charts-that-explain-how-u-s-journalists-use-social-media/

Nic Newman discusses the impact social media has on mainstream media in his study of how newspapers and Journalists are responding to it. He uses the Iranian election protests in order to explain some of the changes. He said that it is a challenge for news organization to integrate the user-generated content into organization broadcasts. Since there is such a huge amount of information fluctuating there are plenty of false stories that are being created to help sway certain direction Newman said. In the case of the election there was a lot of negative and false information being tweeted to undermine the front-runner’s position. He said that there is little balance in tweeting. In the times of understanding how too use social media as a primary source of journalism large corporation are often seemed to be beat to the stories by the initial tweets coming in, especially during protests and things of that nature. This according to the author is still a problem to a degree today.

The second article from The Washington Post covers a more practical idea of what journalists think of social media and how they use it. There was a study conducted that surveyed over a 1,000 journalist and 40 percent of the said that social media sites are “very important” to their work and most of those people said that they spend around one hour on those sites. The Microblogs like twitter were clearly the favorite style amongst the journalists. Another result found that 80 percent of journalists used social networking to stay on top of breaking stories. Journalists are using this outlet to look at competitors and for finding ideas their audiences may like.

Opinion:

·      Social Media is the latest instrument that is changing the news.

·      Do to the large amounts of news being shared though social media, there will be some false information as result.

·      The sharing of news is redefining the original way we understood the news cycle.

            Social media has added an entirely new element to the way in which news is transported and shared. News is being tweeted, status updated, blogged and posted creating a new dynamic to the news spectrum. The media is slowly adapted to these new changes but this genre of news is still in its adolescent stages. With this constant influence that social media gives us it is important to beware that not all of it is factual. Sometimes too many interpretations lead the story down incorrect paths because people who experience news events and post them tend to post them to their own interpretation not striving for objective truth. Most people who upload to social networking sites are not journalists clarifying the point that there most likely will not have tried to post from an objective standpoint, minimizing bias. Social media can also be a positive asset to have in the news. The 24-hour news cycle has broadened because millions of news articles are posted every second and credible news companies use networks like Twitter to constantly post quick story leads. This method usually has a hyperlink embedded in the lead to the rest of the story that can be shared amongst friends, families and the rest of the world. Sharing may the most important aspect of journalism in social media because of the power it has to reach millions of people. Sharing creates platform so that people can be their own journalists and have the opportunity to give their own insights on events, therefore creating a well-informed public.

Holesome Donut Press Release

Contact: Tom Brown FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tel. 555/555/2222
Cell Phone: 555/555/1111
Email: tombrown@anywhere.com

Repton To Be New Plant Location

The Holesome Donut Company has selected Repton, AL to be the city that hosts the new plant. Repton city officials had been bargaining for the opportunity to have this plant in their city for over two years because their main industry, a shoe factory, is on a downward spiral. The city has a reported 14 percent unemployment rate and is expected to fall even lower because the shoe factory will be cutting its payroll by half leaving many without work. But, the plant will provide over 700 jobs for the local people, softening the impact of the declining shoe factory.

Repton mayor John Smith says, “Although Holesome Donuts wasn’t our first choice for a local plant, we believe they will successfully fill the gap left by other closed manufacturing plants in the community."

Smith went on the say that city residents are intrigued by the new employment opportunities and the community is planning to make Holesome Donut Company feel comfortable in the new setting.

The city of Repton was picked as the new plant location because of its integral location and the willingness of the local banks to produce low interest rates for building facilities. City officials are going to help build roads and sidewalks, waste disposal services and recreation areas near the plant.

The Holesome Donut Company has developed a reputation for creating environmentally friendly manufacturing plants. The company has a plan to convert the used cooking oil into usable biodiesel for their delivery trucks, which has been a success at other plants. The company will work to maintain a minimal carbon footprint and low emission levels.

The company president Lonny Joe Underwood believes that the future of America relies on small productive cities like Repton. (Word Count: 287)


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Press Release

For more information contact:
Skyler Ruf
Mountain East Medical center
(555)-555-5555
memc@gmail.com

For release at 10 a.m.
Friday, Nov. 5th

Mountain East Medical Center gains a new head of purchasing department.

Mountain East medical center will have a new head of the purchasing department. Previous position holder, Bob Wilkinson has resigned and will be replaced by Johnny Toler. Toler was the associate lead of the department and will now take on the role of Wilkinson who's resignation is effective immediately.

Toler has been involed in the company for over 13 years. With his background being in pharmacy he started as the assistant druggist in the pharmacy department and began in the purchasing departmnent in 1978 and has been there since. Toler's wife is also involded in the company and is the head of the gynecology department.

Chapter 9: #9

1) Print
On Tuesday, Liberty University's quarterback was arrested for fleeing the scene of an accident. Brian O'Neil was attempting to flee the scene of the accident without notifying the vehicle's owner, according to Police Dept. Spokeswoman Betty Bornokowki. O'Neil could be facing felony charges if the damage of the car exceeds $1,000. He was released after posting bail set at $5,000. There has not yet been any word on any possible suspensions from football, according to his football coach. O'Neil became the starting quarterback after the starting one injured his arm in spring practices.
2) Web
Last night, a Local High school quarterback was arrested after fleeing the scene of an accident. Quarterback Brian O'Neil was arrested by police on $5,000 bail. If the damage of the car is more than $1,000 he may face felony charges. As for O'Neil's football eligibility, there has been no word on possible suspensions from the football team.
3)20 second Broadcast
The Local High school quarterback fled the scene of an accident on Tuesday night. He was arrested and was released after  posting $5,000 bail. Brian O'Neil may be facing felony charges if the damage is over $1,000. There is no word yet on his eligibility for his football team.

Broadcast

Skyler Ruf

Journalism 220

A St. Louis alderwoman has proposed to change the name of the city's Delmar blvd. to Barack Obama Blvd// Alderwoman Kacie Triplett said that the street has served as an unofficial racial line in the city// The changes that may occur will be voted on and decided through board meetings///

The deputy state treasurer of Missouri will now take on the role of circuit trial judge// The Governor elected Doug Gatson yesterday to be the new circuit judge// Gatson has been a Republican state house member from Houston and received his law degree from the University of Arkansas///

Expo 2012 has opened in South Korea for three months// The fair has a record high amount of robots participating in this year’s event// Attractions at the expo include different robot displays featuring animatronic systems// Over 100 countries are participating in this expo exhibiting their technological advancements///

A husband and wife have been accused of the burglary of 60 houses// Items stolen included jewelry other valuables and guns// There were over 100 weapons and other stolen property found and the police described their employment as a front for their operation///

Chapter 9 #3

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A St. Louis alderwoman has proposed to changing the name of the city's Delmar blvd. to Barack Obama blvd. Alderwoman Kacie Triplett said that the street has served as an unofficial racial line in the city.

b.
The deputy state treasurer of Missouri will now take on the role of circuit trial judge. The Governor elected Doug Gatson yesterday to be the new circuit judge. He has been a Republican state house member from Houston and received his law degree from the University of Arkansas.

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Expo 2012 has opened in South Korea for three months// The fair has a record high amount of robots participating in this year’s event// Attractions at the expo include different robot displays featuring those of a robotic fish// Over 100 countries are participating in this expo exhibiting their technological advancements.

d.
A husband and wife have been accused of burglary and the breaking and entering of 60 houses. Items stolen included jewelry other valuables and guns. There was over 100 weapons and other stolen property found and the police described their employment as a front for their operation.

Broadcast Journ220 - 11 9 14, 9.28 PM

CNA: Virginia News

Before Philly abduction, suspect allegedly raped, burned girl Va.
The Virginia teen went missing a few weeks ago and walked into the Sheriffs office naked and burned. The horror story started after she was allegedly hit in the back of the head by a shovel then shoved in the trunk of the car. The victim suffered third degree burns form gasoline and bleach that her abductor pour on her but she is alive.

Orbital Sciences' Antares Rocket explodes in Virginia
NASA'S Rocket appears to have exploded in Virginia this past week and scientists are looking for answers. The rocket was carrying supplies to the international space station it do some up keeping and fixing. There have been some reports of the engines being the cause of the explosion which happened after just six seconds after launch.

Va. Police: Injured Bald Eagle had to be Euthanized
A Bald Eagle was found injured in Huntley Meadows Park this this week and had to be euthanized. The bird was suffering from a broken wing and ocular lesions therefore being found unfit to be put in a bird sanctuary. The Bird may have even been exposed to pesticides as well. The Bald Eagle was captured and Euthanized humanely.