JOUR 425 - Ethics and Issues in Journalism

Credit(s): 3

ETHICS/ISSUES IN JOURNALISM
Component: Lecture
Examination of issues faced by journalism and journalists today, including different standards of truth, competing responsibilities (to readers, sources, corporate shareholders), blending of news and entertainment, and changing nature of journalism in digital age.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

PREREQ: JOUR 301.

Course Typically Offered: Verify offering with Dept

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE1C: Engage in Constructive Ideation GE2A: Communicate Effectively in Writing