Principles of Journalism

The production and distribution of reports on recent events is referred to as journalism. It includes the methods of gathering information and using literary techniques. It uses various means of media such as print, television, radio, and the Internet. Journalism went through various changes due to the Internet and smartphones. It has several forms such as broadcast journalism, citizen journalism, investigative journalism, interactive journalism and photo journalism. Broadcast journalism is the journalism that is written or spoken for radio or television. Investigative journalism includes the in-depth reporting that uncovers the social problems that often lead to major problems being resolved. Interactive form of journalism is an online form that is presented on the web. Photojournalism focuses on telling true stories through images. This book attempts to understand the multiple branches that fall under the discipline of journalism and how such concepts have practical applications. The various sub-fields of journalism along with technological progress that have future implications are glanced at in it. This book is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue this discipline further.