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"The chapters of Practical Journalism: How to Write News are colorful quilts of assertions, examples, anecdotes and case studies that bring to life the practice of good news writing and offer insights into the profession of journalism. Each ends with review questions, exercises and further reading…[This book] has much to offer to media and journalism students as well as working professionals, especially those in transition from one media specialization to another."
—MEDIA INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA
Easy to read, the book draws on interviews with dozens of working journalists. They share their thoughts on the profession and we watch them work – selecting stories, carrying out interviews, and writing scripts. There are chapters on interviewing, research techniques, and news writing. Further chapters cover working in broadcasting and online, media law, and ethics. Each chapter concludes with activities and a list of further reading and a glossary of terms is included at the end of the book.
Most journalists believe they work ethically although few have set rules and others admit to being pressured to behave underhandedly. This book looks at how journalists can work more ethically and provides a guide for beginners.
—MEDIA INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA
"A strength throughout the book is the case studies in which practising journalists discuss aspects of their work in such a way that the case studies become learning my example. Certainly this is a textbook, but it is not aimed just at students; it is brilliant for anyone whose ambition is news reporting."
—WRITING MAGAZINE
"A fascinating mix of gutsy personal stories, unrelenting ambition and invaluable lessons from seasoned journalists in the field."
—John McIntyre, former BBC war correspondent
Easy to read, the book draws on interviews with dozens of working journalists. They share their thoughts on the profession and we watch them work – selecting stories, carrying out interviews, and writing scripts. There are chapters on interviewing, research techniques, and news writing. Further chapters cover working in broadcasting and online, media law, and ethics. Each chapter concludes with activities and a list of further reading and a glossary of terms is included at the end of the book.
Most journalists believe they work ethically although few have set rules and others admit to being pressured to behave underhandedly. This book looks at how journalists can work more ethically and provides a guide for beginners.
Contents
The Journalist
The Journalist
What is News
What is News
Telling the Story
- Grammar and Style
Structuring the Story
Structuring the Story
Writing for Broadcast
Writing for Broadcast
Online Journalism
Online Journalism
Effective Interviewing
Effective Interviewing
Finding the News
Finding the News
Local Government Reporting
Local Government Reporting
Court Reporting
Court Reporting
Reporters and the Law
Reporters and the Law
The Moral Maze
The Moral Maze
Additional materials
Description
"The chapters of Practical Journalism: How to Write News are colorful quilts of assertions, examples, anecdotes and case studies that bring to life the practice of good news writing and offer insights into the profession of journalism. Each ends with review questions, exercises and further reading…[This book] has much to offer to media and journalism students as well as working professionals, especially those in transition from one media specialization to another."
—MEDIA INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA
Easy to read, the book draws on interviews with dozens of working journalists. They share their thoughts on the profession and we watch them work – selecting stories, carrying out interviews, and writing scripts. There are chapters on interviewing, research techniques, and news writing. Further chapters cover working in broadcasting and online, media law, and ethics. Each chapter concludes with activities and a list of further reading and a glossary of terms is included at the end of the book.
Most journalists believe they work ethically although few have set rules and others admit to being pressured to behave underhandedly. This book looks at how journalists can work more ethically and provides a guide for beginners.
—MEDIA INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA
"A strength throughout the book is the case studies in which practising journalists discuss aspects of their work in such a way that the case studies become learning my example. Certainly this is a textbook, but it is not aimed just at students; it is brilliant for anyone whose ambition is news reporting."
—WRITING MAGAZINE
"A fascinating mix of gutsy personal stories, unrelenting ambition and invaluable lessons from seasoned journalists in the field."
—John McIntyre, former BBC war correspondent
Easy to read, the book draws on interviews with dozens of working journalists. They share their thoughts on the profession and we watch them work – selecting stories, carrying out interviews, and writing scripts. There are chapters on interviewing, research techniques, and news writing. Further chapters cover working in broadcasting and online, media law, and ethics. Each chapter concludes with activities and a list of further reading and a glossary of terms is included at the end of the book.
Most journalists believe they work ethically although few have set rules and others admit to being pressured to behave underhandedly. This book looks at how journalists can work more ethically and provides a guide for beginners.
Contents
The Journalist
The Journalist
What is News
What is News
Telling the Story
- Grammar and Style
Structuring the Story
Structuring the Story
Writing for Broadcast
Writing for Broadcast
Online Journalism
Online Journalism
Effective Interviewing
Effective Interviewing
Finding the News
Finding the News
Local Government Reporting
Local Government Reporting
Court Reporting
Court Reporting
Reporters and the Law
Reporters and the Law
The Moral Maze
The Moral Maze
Additional materials
Reviews
November 2006 | 336 pages | Sage UK
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"The chapters of Practical Journalism: How to Write News are colorful quilts of assertions, examples, anecdotes and case studies that bring to life the practice of good news writing and offer insights into the profession of journalism. Each ends with review questions, exercises and further reading…[This book] has much to offer to media and journalism students as well as working professionals, especially those in transition from one media specialization to another."
—MEDIA INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA
Easy to read, the book draws on interviews with dozens of working journalists. They share their thoughts on the profession and we watch them work – selecting stories, carrying out interviews, and writing scripts. There are chapters on interviewing, research techniques, and news writing. Further chapters cover working in broadcasting and online, media law, and ethics. Each chapter concludes with activities and a list of further reading and a glossary of terms is included at the end of the book.
Most journalists believe they work ethically although few have set rules and others admit to being pressured to behave underhandedly. This book looks at how journalists can work more ethically and provides a guide for beginners.
—MEDIA INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA
"A strength throughout the book is the case studies in which practising journalists discuss aspects of their work in such a way that the case studies become learning my example. Certainly this is a textbook, but it is not aimed just at students; it is brilliant for anyone whose ambition is news reporting."
—WRITING MAGAZINE
"A fascinating mix of gutsy personal stories, unrelenting ambition and invaluable lessons from seasoned journalists in the field."
—John McIntyre, former BBC war correspondent
Easy to read, the book draws on interviews with dozens of working journalists. They share their thoughts on the profession and we watch them work – selecting stories, carrying out interviews, and writing scripts. There are chapters on interviewing, research techniques, and news writing. Further chapters cover working in broadcasting and online, media law, and ethics. Each chapter concludes with activities and a list of further reading and a glossary of terms is included at the end of the book.
Most journalists believe they work ethically although few have set rules and others admit to being pressured to behave underhandedly. This book looks at how journalists can work more ethically and provides a guide for beginners.
Table Of Contents:
- The Journalist
- What is News
- Telling the Story
- Grammar and Style
- Structuring the Story
- Writing for Broadcast
- Online Journalism
- Effective Interviewing
- Finding the News
- Local Government Reporting
- Court Reporting
- Reporters and the Law
- The Moral Maze
Recent Product Reviews:
"Beginning journalists who seek straightforward advice on how to write in the digital age need Practical Journalism: How to Write News - and any college-level holding strong in journalism also will find it a strong reference. It covers the foundations of writing for different mediums, surveys the skills needed to achieve a broad range of talents, and uses interviews with dozens of working journalists to lend insights and tips on the profession. Many college-teachers will also find Practical Journalism and important assignment suitable for study and discussion."
Midwest Book Review
'A strength througout the book is the case studies in which practising journalists discuss aspects of their work in such a way that the case studies become learning by example. Certainly this is a textbook, but it is not aimed just at students; it is brilliant for anyone whose ambition is news reporting' - Writing Magazine 'A fascinating mix of gutsy personal stories, unrelenting ambition and invaluable lessons from seasoned journalists in the field' - John McIntyre, Former BBC War Correspondent 'I wish I'd had a book like this when I started' -Mike McCarthy, Bureau Chief, Sky News, Manchester 'The chapters of Practical Journalism: How to Write News are colourful quilts of assertions, examples, anecdotes and case studies that bring to life the practice of good news writing and offer insights into the profession of journalism. Each ends with review question, exercises and further reading... has much to offer to media and journalism students as well as working professionals, especially those in transition from one media specialisation to another' - Media International Australia