Description: Journalism Ethics Goes to the Movies by Howard Good, Berrin A. Beasley, Sandra L. Borden, Robert Brown, John Carvalho, Michael Dillon, Matthew C. Ehrlich, Joseph C. Harry, Lee Anne Peck, Bill Reader Journalism Ethics Goes to the Movies poses urgent questions about journalism ethics and offers candid answers. As the title suggests, the authors-some of the nations leading journalism scholars-investigate popular movies to illustrate the kind of ethical dilemmas journalists ... FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description How far should a reporter go for a story? Whats the role of the press at the scene of an emergency, or a murder? Why has journalism suddenly become so susceptible to plagiarism? Heres a book that poses these and other urgent questions—and offers candid answers. At a time when professionals and the public alike worry that journalism has lost its way, Journalism Ethics Goes to the Movies is available to provide much-needed, accessible guidance. Its twelve chapters, written by some of the nations leading journalism scholars, explore issues that should concern anyone who aspires to a career in journalism, who works in the field, or who relies on news for daily information. Best of all, as the title suggests the contributors conduct their dynamic and engaging investigations at the movies, where sportswriters, war correspondents, investigative reporters, crime reporters, spin doctors, TV anchors, and harried city editors tackle these pressing issues. Journalism Ethics Goes to the Movies isnt your typical textbook. Using popular movies from Wag the Dog to Good Night, and Good Luck to illustrate the kind of ethical dilemmas journalists encounter on the job, this student-friendly book is sure to spark interest and stimulate thinking. Author Biography Howard Good is professor of journalism at SUNY New Paltz. He has written eleven books on the portrayal of journalists, including Acquainted With the Night and Outcasts, and he is also the author of a series of books on public education. Table of Contents Chapter 1 How to Use This Book Chapter 2 Introduction Chapter 3 1 Responsible Journalistic Inquiry: The Paper Chapter 4 2 Fabrication in Journalism: Shattered Glass Chapter 5 3 Political Manipulation of the Media: Wag the Dog Chapter 6 4 What Is Good Work?: Absence of Malice Chapter 7 5 Deception and Undercover Journalism: Mr. Deeds Goes to Town, Mr. Deeds Chapter 8 6 Covering Sports: The Pride of the Yankees Chapter 9 7 When Journalists Are First Responders: Die Hard Chapter 10 8 Style Over Substance: Broadcast News Chapter 11 9 Ethics in Black and White: Goodnight, and Good Luck Chapter 12 10 Crime Reporting: Veronica Guerin Chapter 13 11 The Utopian Nature of Journalistic Truth: The Year of Living Dangerously Chapter 14 12 Journalism and the Victims of War: Welcome to Sarajevo Chapter 15 Afterword: Left Hanging Chapter 16 Discussion Questions Chapter 17 For Further Reading Chapter 18 Selected Journalism Movies for Further Viewing Chapter 19 Class Projects for Instructors Review Whether used as a whole, by chapter, by movie, or by topic, Journalism Ethics Goes to the Movies follows its predecessor as an insightful examination of current media ethics issues and a valuable teaching tool for lectures or class discussions. * Journal of Media Ethics *The ideal journalist! The rogue reporter! This lively book on the presentation of journalism in film has it all. The list of contributors has as much star-quality as the movies discussed, with expert ethics educators telling readers which movies theyll be showing in their classes this term and why. This book deserves space on the shelf of every scholar who thinks seriously about journalism ethics or about the presentation of journalism in popular culture. -- Deni Elliott, University of South Florida, St. Petersburg Long Description Journalism Ethics Goes to the Movies poses urgent questions about journalism ethics and offers candid answers. As the title suggests, the authorssome of the nations leading journalism scholarsinvestigate popular movies to illustrate the kind of ethical dilemmas journalists encounter on the job, resulting in a student-friendly book sure to spark interest and stimulate thinking. At a time when experts and the public alike worry that journalism has lost its way, heres a book that can provide much-needed, accessible guidance. Review Quote Whether used as a whole, by chapter, by movie, or by topic, Journalism Ethics Goes to the Movies follows its predecessor as an insightful examination of current media ethics issues and a valuable teaching tool for lectures or class discussions. Details ISBN0742554287 Short Title JOURNALISM ETHICS GOES TO THE Language English ISBN-10 0742554287 ISBN-13 9780742554283 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2007 Author Bill Reader Place of Publication Lanham, MD Country of Publication United States Birth 1951 Imprint Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Illustrations black & white illustrations DOI 10.1604/9780742554283 Edited by Good, Howard AU Release Date 2007-10-23 NZ Release Date 2007-10-23 US Release Date 2007-10-23 UK Release Date 2007-10-23 Pages 202 Publisher Rowman & Littlefield Publication Date 2007-10-23 Alternative 9780742554276 DEWEY 174.90704 Audience Undergraduate We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:8562698;
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Author: Howard Good
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Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield, Matthew C. Ehrlich, Michael Dillon, John Carvalho, Lee Anne Peck, Robert Brown, Bill Reader, Sandra L. Borden, Joseph C. Harry, Berrin A. Beasley
Publication Year: 2007
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