This paper will argue that the new form of news delivery influences traditional journalism and changes the mode of communication with audiences. After a brief examination of journalism, the paper will take a closer look at online news and globalisation, before turning to the current development of online news.
Table of Contents
1. Conceptualising journalism
2. News going online
3. Globalisation of online news
4. Implications for electronic journalism
5. Journalism and blogging
6. A new form of journalism
Research Objectives and Topics
This paper examines how the emergence of internet-based technology and the process of globalization have fundamentally transformed traditional journalism, shifting news communication from a one-directional broadcast model to an interactive, globalized process.
- The evolution of journalism from traditional print to digital news outlets.
- Economic pressures and the transition of news consumption in the digital age.
- The impact of globalization on the reach and localization of news content.
- Technological affordances, such as hypertextuality and interactivity, in news delivery.
- The role of weblogs and participatory culture in challenging mainstream media gatekeeping.
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News going online
Since the global spread of new media and the possibility to connect to the world via the internet, the character of the ‘news landscape’ is in transition. New technology has enabled information to be published instantly. Online news sites have the ability to update its content as often as the size of the staff allows (Thurman 2007). Consequently, there is no reason for customers to wait for the newspaper to be printed, all news are accessible in the internet before paper copies are available. Since the introduction of the internet has sped up the news process, journalist spend more time in front of their computer instead of investigating stories in personal and the verification of stories is far more difficult than before (Garrison 2000).
Additionally, “publishing the news on the web costs roughly half of delivering print copy” and far less personnel is necessary to maintain an online news site than to publish paper news (Harper 1998, p. 70). On the other hand, these “low production costs have inspired millions to self-publish and millions more to read alternative content outside the mainstream” (Scott 2005, p. 92). Even though fewer customers buy print copies, they do not automatically resort to the online version of the same newspaper, but to various news outlets.
Summary of Chapters
Conceptualising journalism: Discusses the historical and theoretical role of journalism as a truth-seeking, independent storyteller and watchdog of democracy.
News going online: Analyzes the transition of the news landscape due to the internet, focusing on speed, production costs, and the shift toward advertising-based profit models.
Globalisation of online news: Explores how digital media renders geographic boundaries irrelevant and how news outlets cater to international audiences through search engines and portals.
Implications for electronic journalism: Addresses the convergence of news production and the trend of using the internet as a supplement to traditional media, noting the decline in media diversity.
Journalism and blogging: Examines weblogs as a participatory medium that allows for two-way interaction, challenging the traditional hierarchy of news production.
A new form of journalism: Concludes that the distinction between audience and journalist is dissolving, creating a more interactive but complex information environment.
Key Words
Journalism, Online News, Globalization, Internet, Digital Media, Communication, Weblogs, Media Convergence, Interactivity, News Landscape, Public Sphere, Advertising, Digital Transition, Media Logic, Participatory Culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research paper?
The paper investigates how internet technology and global connectivity have changed the way news is produced, distributed, and consumed, specifically contrasting digital practices with traditional print and broadcast journalism.
What are the central thematic areas discussed?
The main themes include the definition of journalism, the economic shifts in the digital news market, the role of globalization in news access, the impact of technological tools like hyperlinks, and the rise of blogging.
What is the primary research goal?
The goal is to analyze how the transition to electronic journalism influences communication between media and audiences and to explore the shifting roles of journalists in a globalized digital space.
Which scientific approach does the author use?
The author uses a literature-based analysis and synthesis approach, drawing on established communication theories and media studies research to argue how news communication is undergoing a transition.
What subjects are covered in the main body?
The main body covers the conceptual definitions of journalism, the economic and practical shifts caused by the internet, the global reach of online news, media convergence strategies, and the emergence of participatory weblogs.
Which keywords characterize the work?
Key terms include journalism, globalization, digital media, internet, news production, interactivity, and participatory culture.
How has the role of the news consumer changed according to the author?
The author argues that the audience has evolved from passive consumers into active participants who can choose sources globally and influence content through feedback and blogging.
What does the paper conclude regarding the quality of online news?
The paper notes a tension: while online journalism offers more variety, it also struggles with cost-effectiveness, leading to a reliance on news wire services and a potential decline in the depth of original reporting.
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- MIR, MA Sebastian Plappert (Autor:in), 2007, E-Journalism - How does electronic journalism differ from traditional journalism?, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/153936
