In class today, we discussed issues pertaining to both mainstream news as well as news blogs. We discussed the ethics surrounding both of these news sources and whether or not there are or should be differences between the two. I personally feel that while news blogs are definitely informative, they can be unreliable. I think this because who is going to hold them responsible? For poor information, lack of research, or just plain lies?
When I think of the responsibilities of online news I can think of a rather long-winded list. Online news should be:
1.) Objective, fair, well-researched, and accurate.
2.) Must include different view points.
3.) Focus on a wide-range of topics.
4.) Use good, reliable and unbiased sources.
5.) Use numbers, statistics, hard facts and evidence.
6.) Fast and updated often
7.) Overview before specifics.
While I feel that not all news blogs operate with these ideals in mind, I feel that if I were to head a news blog I would undoubtedly feel the need to incorporate these. I also think that news blogs have separate ideals that one should follow including:
1.) Stay on what you know
2.) Do your research- ask questions!
3.) Don't be long winded
4.) Provide links to other pages with more information.
In other words, news blogs should act as mini news reports. While I do not entirely agree with people who get their news from blogs, it nevertheless happens and happens often. Because of this, new bloggers need to be aware of the responsibilities they have hanging over their head and use their best judgment in reporting fair and balanced news.
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
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