When it comes to the method that humans receive their news, the pickens are not slim. In almost every country on this vast planet there is a source to receive information about the happenings around us. Whether it is one of the latest forms of technology used in the 21st century, or a form used since the beginning of time, news will continue to travel simultaneously between people.
Since 1830, newspapers have been printed and distributed. Being the first form of news, humans have always turned to newspapers for information on just about anything. Before the other common forms such as television, radio, and the internet, the newspaper was the one and only source. Newspapers can be local or national, sharing news on everything from politics to the latest fashion trends. Just like other forms, newspapers are costly. There are many papers that are free to the public, therefore they have to find alternative ways of making money. The number one form of revenue is through advertisements, a key factor in the production of newspapers. All papers are also always up to date, whether it is daily, weekly, or monthly.
Similar to newspapers, internet news sources are also always up to date. They are much easier and less costly to keep up, considering the only cost includes the price of the web page. Websites, columns, and blogs can be updated on a whim, with zero time in between the update and distribution. In parallel with papers, internet sources also look to advertisements to make money. Since the explosion of the internet in 1990, humans have continued to revolutionize the way in which news is received. Now, internets news sources are the leading choice for americans to receive their news.
On January 13, 1910 the first radio broadcast occured. From there on out, people would gather around the radio to hear all types of broadcasts. Everyone from comedians to scientists would come on the radio to speak to the public about occurences in society. Radio broadcasts were the second form of news, following the newspaper. Advertisements helped keep broadcasts going, occuring in between broadcasts for 30 second to one minute intervals. The broadcasts were most popular during the times of World War 2, and are still used to this day.
On all four of the different levels to receive news, there are numerous similarities and differences. As seen, all of the sources rely on revenue in the form of advertisements. Also, they are constanly updated, some done more quickly than others. The popularity of each source varies over time, with the most popular source of the moment being the one that is the easiest, most accurate, and cheapest. Some sources are free while others can cost small sums of money. I rely primarily on internet news sources, because there are unlimited topics at my fingertips. No matter the preferred source, all four options will continue to be available to any citizen of the world.
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Sunday, December 16, 2012
02.02 Print-Magazines and Journal
The United States obviously is confused as to what steps they should take in handling citizens with mental disorders. It will start out with a violent tantrum in the privacy of home, and turn into a double-digit killing spree at an elementary school. When a mental disorder gets to the point where a person becomes physically dangerous, he or she should not be kept unrestricted with the ability to roam free. With the most recent shooting in Connecticut and many attempted shootings since then, questions are being raised as to how the US should handle the mentally ill that are a threat to the community. Once a criminal act is committed, the offender is obviously sent to jail, but what about in the time leading up to it? If a person is psychologically ill and has a violent history, how do we keep him/her from ruining the lives of people around them. The unanswered questions that we as citizens have are immeasurable, with the answers being very few and far between. But America has to get their act together fast, before we have to raise our flags at half-mass due to another mass killing.
In response to: http://gawker.com/5968818/i-am-adam-lanzas-mother
Interesting video that depicts the mental disorders that the shooter in Connecticut and many others in the past could possibly have: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2-Re_Fl_L4
In response to: http://gawker.com/5968818/i-am-adam-lanzas-mother
Interesting video that depicts the mental disorders that the shooter in Connecticut and many others in the past could possibly have: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2-Re_Fl_L4
02.01 Print-Newspapers
No matter where you are on this great big earth, there are newspapers everywhere. Weekly, daily, monthly, oh my! The two main types are weekly and daily newspapers, both having numerous similarities and differences. Papers all across the country use almost identical methods for distributing and making money. Journalists, editors, and all of the other contributors to a newspaper have to follow a written, and unwritten, set of rules whenever they are on the clock. To you, the newspaper may just be your daily source for the current happenings, but for the entire staff of the paper, it is a way of life.
Weekly newspapers, as expected, are released on a 7-day cycle. Within a weekly paper you will find broad stories on topics such as upcoming events, city growth, and movie reviews. Because weekly papers aren't always the most current, they leave the breaking news stories to the daily papers. Weekly papers come in two types: general interest and special interest. Small towns typically print general interest newspapers, covering everything from sports and politics to opinion columns. Special interest papers are popular in cities, with news on nightlife, activities, etc. Special interest papers are the type to be seen on street racks, and are typically free.
On the contrary, daily newspapers are reprinted every night, keeping readers on top of every story. Daily papers cover both local and national news. Unlike weekly papers, dailies have the ability to focus on breaking news.
Newspapers are very expensive, causing them to have to find numerous sources of income. Advertising is the largest source of revenue for both weekly and daily-about 80%. The ad salesman must be very strategic in his selling method in order to get advertisements; speaking on focal points such as the immense area that the paper covers.
Reporters at my local paper, The Jacksonville News, are always following two sets of rules, among many others. According to David Dehof, a reporter for the news, "Plagiarism is a huge no-no, I've seen a few co-workers fired and shunned for engaging in the frowned upon method." Plagiarism, which is the copying and publishing of someone else's work and taking credit for it, is not only looked down on, but illegal. One of the biggest things for a newspaper to have is its credibility, and plagiarism can ruin a reputation in no time. Before going to the public with a story, journalists must always triple-check their facts. Releasing facts that are exaggerated or even unintentionally twisted is considered lying, and is not tolerated in the world of journalism.
http://jacksonville.com/
http://nnaweb.org/about-nna?articleCategory=community-facts-figures
Weekly newspapers, as expected, are released on a 7-day cycle. Within a weekly paper you will find broad stories on topics such as upcoming events, city growth, and movie reviews. Because weekly papers aren't always the most current, they leave the breaking news stories to the daily papers. Weekly papers come in two types: general interest and special interest. Small towns typically print general interest newspapers, covering everything from sports and politics to opinion columns. Special interest papers are popular in cities, with news on nightlife, activities, etc. Special interest papers are the type to be seen on street racks, and are typically free.
On the contrary, daily newspapers are reprinted every night, keeping readers on top of every story. Daily papers cover both local and national news. Unlike weekly papers, dailies have the ability to focus on breaking news.
Newspapers are very expensive, causing them to have to find numerous sources of income. Advertising is the largest source of revenue for both weekly and daily-about 80%. The ad salesman must be very strategic in his selling method in order to get advertisements; speaking on focal points such as the immense area that the paper covers.
Reporters at my local paper, The Jacksonville News, are always following two sets of rules, among many others. According to David Dehof, a reporter for the news, "Plagiarism is a huge no-no, I've seen a few co-workers fired and shunned for engaging in the frowned upon method." Plagiarism, which is the copying and publishing of someone else's work and taking credit for it, is not only looked down on, but illegal. One of the biggest things for a newspaper to have is its credibility, and plagiarism can ruin a reputation in no time. Before going to the public with a story, journalists must always triple-check their facts. Releasing facts that are exaggerated or even unintentionally twisted is considered lying, and is not tolerated in the world of journalism.
http://jacksonville.com/
http://nnaweb.org/about-nna?articleCategory=community-facts-figures
Monday, October 29, 2012
Lesson 05.00- Intro to the Writing Process
Writing as a whole is an activity that I have a true passion for. The different techniques and various structures that are included in every piece of written work have always intrigued me, and have influenced my writing to this day. Throughout history writing has been a form of communicating for almost every culture and ethnicity. Whether it is through symbols or actual words, humans have utilized that idea of writing since Adam and Eve. The various forms of writing are endless, and I am enticed by them all. I believe that a person has a true talent if they can write a book, or even get published in the newspaper. It is always interesting to compare works of different writers and observe their different techniques.
I believe that it is incredibly difficult for someone to write impartially, considering that a writer's opinion on a subject tends to leak out, even unintentionally. For example, if a strongly conservative news reporter were to write an article regarding both of the candidate's different policies, it would be nearly impossible for the reporter to illustrating the democratic candidate in any sort of positive light. The reporter could subconciously jade the democratic candidate's policies, or leave out the policies that would make the candidate look good.
It is highly difficult for a person to write on a topic that he/she feels strongly about without letting readers know his/her viewpoint on the subject. In almost every article/news story regarding sports or politics, you can decipher the writer's opinion pretty easily. Although it is not impossible to write impartially, it takes a very good writer to stay unbiased.
I believe that it is incredibly difficult for someone to write impartially, considering that a writer's opinion on a subject tends to leak out, even unintentionally. For example, if a strongly conservative news reporter were to write an article regarding both of the candidate's different policies, it would be nearly impossible for the reporter to illustrating the democratic candidate in any sort of positive light. The reporter could subconciously jade the democratic candidate's policies, or leave out the policies that would make the candidate look good.
It is highly difficult for a person to write on a topic that he/she feels strongly about without letting readers know his/her viewpoint on the subject. In almost every article/news story regarding sports or politics, you can decipher the writer's opinion pretty easily. Although it is not impossible to write impartially, it takes a very good writer to stay unbiased.
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Lesson 04.02- Logic and Fallacies
Last summer I ran into one of my tennis team mates at Starbucks, and we began to discuss our upcoming tennis season and the difficulty of making the team. In the past, our high school's tennis team has been very difficult to make, although anyone was capable of trying out. My friend, Taylor, stated that if I don't do the summer tennis camp that she is doing then I won't make the team. Knowing that she is merely a player and has no leg up with the coach at all, I knew that this must not be true. But just to be safe, I did my research.
Upon meeting with my tennis coach regarding my recent encounter with Taylor, he informed me that the information that she provided me with was completely false. This particular situation could be classified as a False Dilemma, one in which Taylor only gave me options A or B, although there was also option C. Option C would be that I would make the team regardless of participating in the camp or not, an option that Taylor failed to mention.
The reason for Taylor leaving out option C is because she simply wanted me to do the camp with her, and felt that giving me an ultimatum would force me to partake. Thankfully, I conducted my research and came to the conclusion that I can still make the team even if I do not participate. I utilized logic in finding the truth to the fallacy in which I encountered.
Upon meeting with my tennis coach regarding my recent encounter with Taylor, he informed me that the information that she provided me with was completely false. This particular situation could be classified as a False Dilemma, one in which Taylor only gave me options A or B, although there was also option C. Option C would be that I would make the team regardless of participating in the camp or not, an option that Taylor failed to mention.
The reason for Taylor leaving out option C is because she simply wanted me to do the camp with her, and felt that giving me an ultimatum would force me to partake. Thankfully, I conducted my research and came to the conclusion that I can still make the team even if I do not participate. I utilized logic in finding the truth to the fallacy in which I encountered.
Lesson 03.04- Slander and Libel
Scenario 3. A high school prints a monthly bulletin for students and
parents. In it the administrators post the license plates of vehicles
they contend have been speeding in the school zone. Several parents sue, stating that they have been unjustly identified
As clear as day, this is a scenario in which libel clearly has occurred. Not only is it an invasion of privacy to give out license plate numbers to the public, but it could also be considered ridicule. By the plates being put out in the open for all of the world to see, it could make a person feel ostracized and publicly "called out". Although the paper is not individually announcing the speeders, libel is being committed very discretely. When the parents present the case to the court, all that they have to do is present the newspaper and state that it is libel, "injury to reputation."
As clear as day, this is a scenario in which libel clearly has occurred. Not only is it an invasion of privacy to give out license plate numbers to the public, but it could also be considered ridicule. By the plates being put out in the open for all of the world to see, it could make a person feel ostracized and publicly "called out". Although the paper is not individually announcing the speeders, libel is being committed very discretely. When the parents present the case to the court, all that they have to do is present the newspaper and state that it is libel, "injury to reputation."
Lesson 02.04- Broadcast Television
As I was tentatively watching FOX News, one of my favorite networks, I began to pay close attention to the opinions being expressed as well as the effectiveness of the program. Because I am a strong Republican, I thoroughly enjoy the information provided from this news network, although I realize that it is quite biased. Today's interviews and broadcasts were completely focused around the presidential debates that occurred yesterday, making for an interesting show.
I would absolutely classify FOX as a political news network, and I highly doubt anyone would disagree with me. There are an abundance of opinions constantly shared throughout the show, although these opinions come from both Democrats and Republicans. Today while watching The O'Reilly Factor (portion of FOX News), one of Barrack Obama's Democratic coordinators appeared on the show. O'Reilly and the Democrat went back and forth debating on issues all across the board. Although the show is presumably conservative, Democratic opinions definitely wedge their way in there.
On one instance, O'Reilly clearly stated that "There is no question about who won the debate last night, if this were a spelling bee, Obama would have been out in the first round." This, of course, is an opinion. There is no problem with news networks sharing their own opinions, considering that the viewers of FOX News are listening to hear the conservative side of the election. When it comes down to hearing straight to the point, non-biased news, FOX is not your source. But if you're looking for a tad of entertainment and an exceptional amount of political debates, FOX is your place.
I would absolutely classify FOX as a political news network, and I highly doubt anyone would disagree with me. There are an abundance of opinions constantly shared throughout the show, although these opinions come from both Democrats and Republicans. Today while watching The O'Reilly Factor (portion of FOX News), one of Barrack Obama's Democratic coordinators appeared on the show. O'Reilly and the Democrat went back and forth debating on issues all across the board. Although the show is presumably conservative, Democratic opinions definitely wedge their way in there.
On one instance, O'Reilly clearly stated that "There is no question about who won the debate last night, if this were a spelling bee, Obama would have been out in the first round." This, of course, is an opinion. There is no problem with news networks sharing their own opinions, considering that the viewers of FOX News are listening to hear the conservative side of the election. When it comes down to hearing straight to the point, non-biased news, FOX is not your source. But if you're looking for a tad of entertainment and an exceptional amount of political debates, FOX is your place.
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