One thing in particular I would like to know is how they were beneficial and destructive to the industry. Where they large historical events that we owe to muckrakers? How did they contribute to the modernization of mass media?
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Muckrakers
One thing I wish to learn more about are muckrakers. I feel that both J1 classes need better detailed explanations on what the muckrakers did. Muckrakers are incredibly important to the history of journalism. I feel in order for us to have a better understanding of investigative journalism we must first explore the career of the people who specialized in getting the dirt.
Could We Possibly Be So Advanced?
You know you've pondered this before,"Could technology one day surpass human capabilities?" There is no way to know for sure, but it is predicted that computers will surpass human brain capabilities in 2040. Crazy, right? It's a lot closer than you think! When we were learning about impediments I naturally thought,"Is there a full proof way to prevent an impediment from interfering with communication?" Some would say no, but I say that it is a theoretical possibility.
If and when computer become smarter than us than we will surely depend on them for everything. With computers running our world we will need to be connected to them constantly. So what if we use them to eliminate impediments?
When we have headphones in it is almost impossible to hear anything else but what you're listening to if it's loud enough. If we communicate through technology in such a way, theoretically that eliminate environmental noise (with some exceptions). If you type something there is no dialect or accent on the words. All of them are understandable. Anything not in your language you can easily translate using special software. Channel noise can be eliminated by having a series of high-tech networks run by computer systems 24/7. If something goes wrong than the computer could be programmed to fix it.
I would agree that there are problems with this theory, but all in all it is possible. With high hopes for the future...Invest in technology now!
If and when computer become smarter than us than we will surely depend on them for everything. With computers running our world we will need to be connected to them constantly. So what if we use them to eliminate impediments?
When we have headphones in it is almost impossible to hear anything else but what you're listening to if it's loud enough. If we communicate through technology in such a way, theoretically that eliminate environmental noise (with some exceptions). If you type something there is no dialect or accent on the words. All of them are understandable. Anything not in your language you can easily translate using special software. Channel noise can be eliminated by having a series of high-tech networks run by computer systems 24/7. If something goes wrong than the computer could be programmed to fix it.
I would agree that there are problems with this theory, but all in all it is possible. With high hopes for the future...Invest in technology now!
Photojournalism
At the beginning of the year I was not a fan of photojournalism. Of course, I naturally respected the art but I did not fully understand it. In the past two weeks after being briefed on this practice during the magazine lecture I become increasingly more interested. I would love to learn more about photojournalism, but do not want to take the class because it does not fit what I want to do in the future. I feel like we could explore this more in journalism because it can relate multiple fields.
If you're interested in photojournalism check out National Geographic's site:
http://photography.nationalgeographic.com/photography/
If you're interested in photojournalism check out National Geographic's site:
http://photography.nationalgeographic.com/photography/
Generations Notes
Ever since the innovation of modern day recording, music has become a larger part of our lives. The other day Mr. Miller made an excellent point in class. Every generation has had a problem with the younger generations' music. I found this extremely interesting.
Why do adults criticize our taste in music? Some might say because they feel it to be a bad influence. Modern day songs include mention of drugs, sex, violence, and more. One problem I have with that claim is that songs have always had that for decades now. Yes, it has gradually increased but still. At least we aren't listening to someone who bit the head off a live bat!
Music gives us identity. Not only does it help teens find themselves, but it gives entire generations identity. If you look at how each decade is defined music-wise they are extremely different. Another possible reason adults criticize the younger populations' music is that its a big change. Normally, people do not adapt to change quickly. In the music industry they are constantly switching things up and taking risks to keep their audience.
One last reason I believe adults have problems with our music is values. The songs teens listen to help us to express our emotions and have fun. Adults have already found new outlooks and ways to achieve this in a more mature way. Our music may seem silly to them.
What do you think? Leave a comment below about why you think older generations criticize younger generations.
Why do adults criticize our taste in music? Some might say because they feel it to be a bad influence. Modern day songs include mention of drugs, sex, violence, and more. One problem I have with that claim is that songs have always had that for decades now. Yes, it has gradually increased but still. At least we aren't listening to someone who bit the head off a live bat!
Music gives us identity. Not only does it help teens find themselves, but it gives entire generations identity. If you look at how each decade is defined music-wise they are extremely different. Another possible reason adults criticize the younger populations' music is that its a big change. Normally, people do not adapt to change quickly. In the music industry they are constantly switching things up and taking risks to keep their audience.
One last reason I believe adults have problems with our music is values. The songs teens listen to help us to express our emotions and have fun. Adults have already found new outlooks and ways to achieve this in a more mature way. Our music may seem silly to them.
What do you think? Leave a comment below about why you think older generations criticize younger generations.
Yes Indeed This is a Good Blog!
Jamie D'Amato's journalism blog is great. I especially like how Jamie breaks down each concept so that is can be understood much easier. Her writing format helps the reader feel less intimidated by the articles which is extremely beneficial. Jamie's organization of text is clearly defined.
I enjoy reading her articles because they have such a voice that makes her words come to life! Wonderful job Jamie!
To read Jamie D'Amato's blog "Yes Indeed This is a Blog" click the link below:
http://jamiefightsbadjournalism.blogspot.com/
I enjoy reading her articles because they have such a voice that makes her words come to life! Wonderful job Jamie!
To read Jamie D'Amato's blog "Yes Indeed This is a Blog" click the link below:
http://jamiefightsbadjournalism.blogspot.com/
Little's Big Posts
After reading Stephanie Little's, a fellow J&C colleague of mine, blog I must say I am thoroughly impressed. It is to my understanding that this is not Stephanie's first blog, so naturally I have high expectations for it.
Her posts are very well thought out and fully explained. I also enjoy the visual appeal Stephanie posts along with her stories. As well as pictures, Stephanie has a series of related quotes displayed on the home page of http://crushthe-patriarchy.blogspot.com/ that a apply a higher intellectual tone to her page.
I do feel that some of her points are bias in the since of her interests. For example, in one of her reviews she states, "to be perfectly honest, you crossed one of my personal lines when you talked about TV crime shows. Because I am writing this response after watching the much-awaited season 11 premiere of NCIS, and I can tell you, these TV shows are not conglomerated to the point where they're the same. " in response to another classmate's post. I myself love crime shows but must admit they have their flaws. Not all shows are exactly the same, but majority can be predictable.
I would love to collaborate with you Stephanie! Possibly over television reviews and show analysis.
To check out Stephanie Little's blog click on the link below:
Media Critique: "Two sought in Gardiner Lane center shootings" - Courier Journal
Saturday, September 21st, an article was posted about a double shooting in Louisville. Of course this is a very tragic event due to the two deaths of the men involved. But there is something wrong other than people shooting one another. Its the quality of this article!
First off, this article lacks newsworthiness. This story has a very small impact. The purpose of journalism is to inform the public of events that affect them. This story does not affect the public overall and is a short term story. Next week we will have found that this article did not last. Also, reporting on this shooting can cause a very unnecessary negative perspective towards the audience.
Another problem with this article is its lack of explanation. This article is the perfect example of episodic reporting. To make this article better the journalist could simply explain the connection this has to our daily lives. This shooting took place in an industrial area. Possible connections could be the decrease of public safety, precautionary measures citizens can take to avoid getting involved, etc.
Last but definitely not least, this is not active reporting. The article displays no evidence of seeking further answers other than interviewing a witness. Why did this shooting take place? Do the police suspect others were involved? The journalist could immediately improve this article by answering more in depth questions. This passive reporting portrays cheap journalism.
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