Understanding Journalism Av Lynette Sheridan Burns, Benjamin J Matthews

<p>This bestselling, approachable textbook begins from the assertion that the practice of journalism should be driven by a commitment to service the public interest. With this goal in sight, <em>Understanding Journalism</em> explains in a clear and engaging manner both the principles and techniques required to become a successful – and valued – journalist.</p><p>This new edition:</p><ul><li>Includes expanded coverage of digital and social media platforms and visual storytelling</li><li>Contains a brand new chapter on data journalism which gives students the knowledge and skills required to navigate, interpret and present data effectively</li><li>Encourages students to confront the everyday decisions involved in journalistic practice through a series of scenarios and discussion questions</li><li>Features a fresh, easy-to-navigate text design to enable easy progress through the book</li></ul><p>By presenting the theoretical foundations of the profession alongside pr