| Description |
1 online resource (xvii, 239 pages). |
| Series |
Contemporary debates
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Contemporary debates.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Introduction: journalism's role in democratic society -- Journalists: what they do and whom they work for -- News media law and economics -- News audiences -- News and politics -- "Fake news" and misinformation -- Representation and reality in news coverage -- The future of journalism. |
| Summary |
"A part of ABC-CLIO's Examining the Facts series, which uses evidence-based documentation to examine the veracity of claims and beliefs about high-profile issues in American culture and politics, this volume examines beliefs, claims, and myths about American journalism and news media. It offers a comprehensive overview of the field of American journalism, including contemporary issues and historical foundations, and places modern problems such as "fake news" and misinformation in the context of larger technological and economic forces. The book illustrates the strengths and weaknesses of journalistic practices so readers can feel empowered to navigate the complex information environment in which we live and to understand the level to which various news sources can (or can't) be trusted to provide accurate and timely coverage of issues and events of import to the public and the nation. These skills and knowledge structures are necessary for any citizen who wishes to be an informed participant in a self-governing democratic society"--Publisher's description. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Journalism -- United States -- History -- 21st century.
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Journalism -- Objectivity -- United States.
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LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Journalism |
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Journalism |
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Journalism -- Objectivity |
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United States |
| Chronological Term |
2000-2099 |
| Genre/Form |
History.
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History
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| Added Author |
Roberts, Jessica (Jessica Stewart), author.
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Maksl, Adam, author.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Ashley, Seth, author. American journalism and "fake news" Santa Barbara, Caifornia : ABC-CLIO, 2018 9781440861833 (DLC) 2018035231 |
| ISBN |
9781440861840 electronic book |
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1440861846 electronic book |
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9781440861833 hardcover alkaline paper |
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1440861838 hardcover alkaline paper |
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