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Communications During a Debate Discussion
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Citizen Journalism Paper Essay Assignment
For the first assignment, students are asked to write an essay of 1,500 words which engages in a succinct but comprehensive analysis of a particular contemporary (or historical) issue or trend in news and journalism. Students are asked to select one of the questions below, and in their answer to the question to assess the strengths and weaknesses of relevant approaches, debates and theories about news and journalism in the context of changing social, cultural, economic and political structures. This assessment will allow students to familiarise themselves with some relevant theories addressed in the module and to develop a critical understanding of key processes of news and journalism. For all answers, please substantiate your approach and argument by a) critically engaging with academic research and debates in the field of journalism studies, and b) drawing on relevant academic literature in framing your assignment
Additional task-specific criteria are as follows:
– Quality of definition of a contemporary issue or trend in news and journalism and degree of understanding of appropriate primary and secondary theoretical research (K1; K2; K6; S1);
– Quality of discussion of strengths and weaknesses of academic approaches pertinent to the contemporary issue or trend in journalism under discussion (K3; S2);
– Quality of discussion of the context and consequences of news and journalism within a range of social contexts (K4; S3);
– Coherence of argument and written structure of the research essay, including academic tone and display of examples and analysis (K5; S5; S6).
Answer ONE of the following questions:
How useful is the concept of ‘gatekeeping’ for an understanding of the selection and wider impact of news today?
How useful is the concept of ‘agenda setting’ for an understanding of the selection and wider impact of news today?
Is it possible for news to be objective? Assess the key debates and draw on research in journalism studies to support your claims.
What is fake news? Draw on academic research, concepts, and debates in journalism studies to support your answer.
How is social media impacting on news production?
In what ways is digital journalism changing journalistic practices?
Has digital media changed ‘news’ content?
What is ‘citizen journalism’? How is it influencing the collection and content of news?
What constraints are placed on war correspondents and with what effects on news content?
What does Baudrillard mean by ‘hyperreality’ and how does his approach contribute to an understanding of the reporting of the Gulf War?
Describe a time when you could not reach an agreement with someone on an issue that is considered to be controversial to the public. The issue should display an opposing debate that has some degree of emotional charge from politics, ethics, philosophy, or religious beliefs. This can be from any life experience.
The reading lists 10 specific rules for debate to follow in any situation. Use these rules to answer the following:
During the disagreement, did one or both parties follow any of these rules? Which rule? How was this helpful to the outcome?
During the disagreement, did one or both parties NOT follow any of these rules? Which rule? How was this harmful to the outcome?
Did either of you shut down communication? Was ending the conversation a good choice? Why or why not?
Why is communication important when working through a controversial issue?
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Excellent Quality 95-100%
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Introduction
45-41 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Literature Support 91-84 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Methodology 58-53 points Content is well-organized with headings for each slide and bulleted lists to group related material as needed. Use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. to enhance readability and presentation content is excellent. Length requirements of 10 slides/pages or less is met. |
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Average Score 50-85% |
40-38 points More depth/detail for the background and significance is needed, or the research detail is not clear. No search history information is provided. |
83-76 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is little integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are included. Summary of information presented is included. Conclusion may not contain a biblical integration. |
52-49 points Content is somewhat organized, but no structure is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. is occasionally detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met. |
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Poor Quality 0-45% |
37-1 points The background and/or significance are missing. No search history information is provided. |
75-1 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is no integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are not included in the summary of information presented. Conclusion does not contain a biblical integration. |
48-1 points There is no clear or logical organizational structure. No logical sequence is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects etc. is often detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met |
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