The Ethical Journalist by Gene Foreman
The Ethical Journalist gives aspiring journalists the tools they need to make responsible professional decisions. * Provides a foundation in applied ethics in journalism* Examines the subject areas where ethical questions most frequently arise in modern practice* Incorporates the views of distinguished print, broadcast and online journalists, exploring such critical issues as race, sex, and the digitalization of news sources* Illustrated with 24 real-life case studies that demonstrate how to think in 'shades of gray' rather than 'black and white'* Includes questions for class discussion and guides for putting important ethical concepts to use in the real world* Accompanying website includes model course schedules, discussion guides, PowerPoint slides, sample quiz and exam questions and links to additional readings online: www.wiley.com/go/foreman
In a new book, written as a text for journalism students, former Philadelphia Inquirer managing editor Gene Foreman draws on half a century of journalism experience to chart a path through the thicket(Green Bay Press-Gazette, November 2009) The book provides a foundation in applied ethics in journalism, and examines the subject areas where ethical questions most frequently arise. Many other real-life episodes are cited in the book's narrative to illustrate how journalists have dealt with ethical challenges. (Penn State Live, August 2009)
Gene Foreman joined the Penn State faculty in 1998 after retiring from The Philadelphia Inquirer , where he managed newsroom operations for more than 25 years under various titles-managing editor, executive editor and deputy editor. He also was a vice president of the company. At Penn State, he was the Larry and Ellen Foster Professor from 1999 until his retirement from full-time teaching in December 2006. He taught courses in news editing, news media ethics and newspaper management. In 2003, Foreman received two awards for excellence in teaching in the College of Communications-the Deans' Award and the Alumni Society Award. As a visiting professor, he continues to direct the Foster Conference of Distinguished Writers, in which acclaimed journalists are brought to campus to discuss their experiences and techniques. He also is a guest lecturer in courses at Penn State and conducts seminars to help professionals improve their skills.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781405183949 |
| ISBN 10 | 1405183942 |
| Title | The Ethical Journalist |
| Author | Gene Foreman |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Wiley-Blackwell |
| Year published | 2009-08-21 |
| Number of pages | 432 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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