ISBN:
129946873X
,
9780745647357
,
9780745676326
Language:
English
Pages:
Online-Ressource (274 p)
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2013 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Series Statement:
Key Concepts in Journalism
Parallel Title:
Print version Objectivity in Journalism
Parallel Title:
Druckausg. Maras, Steven Objectivity in journalism
DDC:
302.23
Keywords:
Journalism Objectivity
;
Electronic books
;
Journalismus
;
Objektivität
Abstract:
Objectivity in journalism is a key topic for debate in media, communication and journalism studies, and has been the subject of intensive historical and sociological research. In the first study of its kind, Steven Maras surveys the different viewpoints and perspectives on objectivity. Going beyond a denunciation or defence of journalistic objectivity, Maras critically examines the different scholarly and professional arguments made in the area. Structured around key questions, the book considers the origins and history of objectivity, its philosophical influences, the main objections and d
Description / Table of Contents:
Cover; Copyright; Contents; Detailed contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 Why and when did journalistic objectivity arise?; 2 What are the main objections to journalistic objectivity?; 3 Why is there so much dispute over 'the facts'?; 4 What are the grounds on which journalistic objectivity has been defended?; 5 Is objectivity a passive or active process?; 6 Can objectivity coexist with political or ethical commitment?; 7 Is objectivity changing in an era of 24/7 news and on-line journalism?; 8 Is objectivity a universal journalistic norm?; References; Index
Note:
Description based upon print version of record
,
Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
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