Media Literacy

Now that anyone with a keyboard and an Internet connection can be a virtual journalist, a growing concern among professionals is accuracy in reporting. This book asks what exactly does it take to become a professional journalist and which ones should readers trust. It also teaches readers to spot reputable news sites and look skeptically at others for political bias or misinformation. Other questions include the ethics behind the growing use of anonymous sources and the ability to hide one's digital identity. This book cuts straight to the heart of the most important rule in journalism: getting the story right.

With the digital revolution, the media world has changed so much over the past decade. As a result, this book is required reading for serious students of journalism. It asks the question, what is a journalist in the digital age? With anyone able to create a blog or curate online news, the line between professional and amateur has blurred. This book will help students ask the right questions when it comes to understanding the credibility of blogs, news feeds, and content creators, as well as help news consumers filter their media intake.