professionalization of journalism
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Professionalization ofJournalism
Whitney GonzalezMass Communication Theory
Southeastern University
What is Journalistic Professionalization?
The adoption of codes of ethics, etc. in order to professionally adhere to specific duties and ultimately serve the public.
Why Professionalize?
1920s-Media faced government regulation.Defend and inform the publicAbility to provide fair, unbiased information.
American Society of Newspaper Editors
Founded in 1922Institution that promotes fair journalismFirst of many institutions to establish Code of Ethics (1923)
American Society of Newspaper Editors Cont’
The ASNE Statement of Principles includes:
ResponsibilityIndependenceTruth & AccuracyImpartialityFair Play
Benefits of Professionalization
Freedom of the PressUnbiased InformationFreedom of Speech
The Fourth Estate“Watchdog” for the GovernmentEnsures that institutions serve the public
Goal of the Fourth Estate:“to keep our leaders honest and to arm the powerless with the
information they need to protect themselves against the tyranny of the powerful. . .”
Bill Moyers, Journalism Veteran
Limitation of Professionalism
Difficulty removing faulty practitionersLack of required training & licensing
Professionalization Today
Social Media FreedomsAccess to News outlets with varying views (FOX News vs. CNN)
Future of Professionalization
Requirement of training and licensingEmbracing of online journalism
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