While looking through the Courier Journal website, there are many great things as well as many flaws in the website. To some people it can seem a bit abrupt to have the opening page of the courier journal be about subscriptions. this seems forceful; like they are pushing their services down each others throats. Some people may be logging on the website just to see this information but many people just want then news. It would be smart for the Courier to maybe have this page on a separate tab on the home screen or near the bottom, underneath the important news that the people need to see.
All in all, the Courier Journal has a very nice, professional look to it but they might want to reconsider their production of the information that is needed for the general public to see. If someone looked at the app for the CJ, then they wouldn't be hit with the subscriptions page. Rather it is on another part of the app that completes the website and makes it have an overall professional look to it.
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Mia Breitenstein blog review
http://miamazingthoughts.blogspot.com/?m=
Above is the blog of one of my fellow talented classmates who discussed TV news terminology. Her blog was great and had lots of depth and character to it. I liked how she fully described each of the terms with comparison and contrast to the other listed terms. Mias blog has definitely helped me out with understanding these TV terms and I hope it can help and influence many other people as well.
Above is the blog of one of my fellow talented classmates who discussed TV news terminology. Her blog was great and had lots of depth and character to it. I liked how she fully described each of the terms with comparison and contrast to the other listed terms. Mias blog has definitely helped me out with understanding these TV terms and I hope it can help and influence many other people as well.
News critique #3
While reading the Courier Journal these last couple issues I have found out that they focus more on the publicity stories that involve citizens and their rights. They have really gone in depth of the debate which is very important at this time in society. It is important to write about this because it effects everyone that lives in the United States. While narrowing in on Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, people will have an easy experience to understand and follow the outline and basics of the upcoming election SO they can make their decision for their personal favorite candidate.
Overall, I think that it is great that the Courier Journal has many great aspects to introduce many new news stories that will interest the many readers that it has.
Overall, I think that it is great that the Courier Journal has many great aspects to introduce many new news stories that will interest the many readers that it has.
Monday, October 17, 2016
Local news critique #1
While looking through the Courier Journal in class there was and article that Courier Journal readers saw and have respect for the article about the death of the King of Thailand. While comparing with other sources there weren't any other stations hay mantioned it and if they did then it wasn't very detailed. This was important because without this article, many people could've missed out on the sad news of he devastating loss.
Overall, this was important to include because this needs to be clarified to the general public so citizens of he world can know what to do to help support citizens of Thailand through their loss.
Overall, this was important to include because this needs to be clarified to the general public so citizens of he world can know what to do to help support citizens of Thailand through their loss.
TV news terminology
Today in class we talked about TV news terminology throughout news media sources. These are all common sightings throughout any news channel with decent publicity. These terms include voice over, B-roll, package, stand-up, toss, block, break, teaser, remote shot, and VNR. These terms shape and make the news entertaining to the general public that watch a specified news source. These terms also give the news a unique and professional feel that attracts more viewers that will enjoy and value their news that is being produced.
Without these effects the news would be very cookie-cutter and basic with just the same reporter or two talking the entire time over a allotted time spot for news that day. These effects add character and adds that extra something that makes that news source stand out as a whole.
Without these effects the news would be very cookie-cutter and basic with just the same reporter or two talking the entire time over a allotted time spot for news that day. These effects add character and adds that extra something that makes that news source stand out as a whole.
Friday, October 14, 2016
local news source
The news source that I am working with is the Courier Journal. I personally really like this source of media because it is the hard facts and has many characteristics that make it unique compared to other local news sources. In the courier journal, the articles are followed by other articles that are then followed by other articles. Everything seems to have a sort of flow to it which makes it easy to follow and get the most reliable news. I also like seeing the picture in front of me as a hard copy where as other sources are either on TV of through an app (which the CJ does have an app that can be easy while on the go). T he courier journal does have its downfalls like if a part of Louisville has severe weather where the delivery men can not reach their house then they won't get that issue of the Courier Journal.
The actual facts of the Courier Journal are more abundant compared to other news sources. While comparing our amount of stories with other stations, it is very clear and obvious that the Courier Journal has the most stories and almost all of the time, these stories are relevant and can relate to a vast majority of the Louisville population. Another reason that the Courier Journal is the most reliable to me would be the fact that it covers local, national and international stories. I know that other sources do this too but the Courier Journal has a couple more that not many people really know the full story about.
All in all, I would recommend the Courier Journal to someone who just moved to Louisville who needed the most reliable news.
Below is the courier journals website that is also very accessible to the public.
http://www.courier-journal.com/
The actual facts of the Courier Journal are more abundant compared to other news sources. While comparing our amount of stories with other stations, it is very clear and obvious that the Courier Journal has the most stories and almost all of the time, these stories are relevant and can relate to a vast majority of the Louisville population. Another reason that the Courier Journal is the most reliable to me would be the fact that it covers local, national and international stories. I know that other sources do this too but the Courier Journal has a couple more that not many people really know the full story about.
All in all, I would recommend the Courier Journal to someone who just moved to Louisville who needed the most reliable news.
Below is the courier journals website that is also very accessible to the public.
http://www.courier-journal.com/
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Class discussion Review: 10 elements of journalism
One of the first things we learned about in Joirnalism 1 was the concept of the 10 elements of journalism. These elements are vital in the production of any type of journalism to make sure that everything is being clearly stated to the audience. From truth and loyalty to analyze and inclusive, journalists have a very big job to do.
The first element is truth. Being truthful as a journalists is so important because the audience is relying on you to give them the correct information when needed. The next element is loyalty. Loyalty is also very important because journalists produce to a mass audience so it needs to be able to be read by everyone and not pointing anyone or anything out. The third element is verification. Making sure that your subject is able to be verified is so important because nobody wants to hear false information when they need to hear what is true, loyal and correctly verified.
The fourth element is independence. In journalism, independence assures that the writer or producer is not giving their opinion but is actually give the facts even if they go against their personal beliefs including information about religious or political standpoints. The next element is called watchdog. Watching over the people in charge of the community is a big job so it's important that journalists look out for all of these socially organized and present people. Next is forum which is basically the "comments" section on an article. Journalists strongly incourage opposition to show debate between subjects.
Four more to go! The next element is the ability to make the important interesting. As a journalists your job is NOT to make the interesting important because that is not vital for the human species to know unlike most current event topics. Plus, nobody wants to read a boring and blah article that doesn't interest them. Next element is inclusive which includes keeping the news comprehensive and proportional. Journalists need to value diversity as well! Almost there! Next is the element of leaving room for dissent which is freedom for journalists to explore their beliefs on the topic. Joints lists need to do this in a moderate way so that it doesn't conflict with the element of independence. Lastly, there is analyzation which is making sure that the audience knows the difference between the truth versus lies, rumors and propaganda.
Overall, the ten elements of journalism are very important and are definitely something that every successful journalists need to follow on great detail.
The first element is truth. Being truthful as a journalists is so important because the audience is relying on you to give them the correct information when needed. The next element is loyalty. Loyalty is also very important because journalists produce to a mass audience so it needs to be able to be read by everyone and not pointing anyone or anything out. The third element is verification. Making sure that your subject is able to be verified is so important because nobody wants to hear false information when they need to hear what is true, loyal and correctly verified.
The fourth element is independence. In journalism, independence assures that the writer or producer is not giving their opinion but is actually give the facts even if they go against their personal beliefs including information about religious or political standpoints. The next element is called watchdog. Watching over the people in charge of the community is a big job so it's important that journalists look out for all of these socially organized and present people. Next is forum which is basically the "comments" section on an article. Journalists strongly incourage opposition to show debate between subjects.
Four more to go! The next element is the ability to make the important interesting. As a journalists your job is NOT to make the interesting important because that is not vital for the human species to know unlike most current event topics. Plus, nobody wants to read a boring and blah article that doesn't interest them. Next element is inclusive which includes keeping the news comprehensive and proportional. Journalists need to value diversity as well! Almost there! Next is the element of leaving room for dissent which is freedom for journalists to explore their beliefs on the topic. Joints lists need to do this in a moderate way so that it doesn't conflict with the element of independence. Lastly, there is analyzation which is making sure that the audience knows the difference between the truth versus lies, rumors and propaganda.
Overall, the ten elements of journalism are very important and are definitely something that every successful journalists need to follow on great detail.
Monday, September 12, 2016
Class Discussion Review: conglomeration
A couple weeks back we started learning about the process of conglomeration and how it can effect the many people in society. So, what I have learned about conglomeration would be how larger companies own smaller companies that are still known to the common people. For example, Disney owns ESPN and those are both corporations in which we have some knowledge about.
What I thought was very interesting in this discussion would be how news media gains their income sources. They have som many different ways of income including advertising, subscriptions/circulation, audience donations, government support, sponsorship and philanthropy. All of these "forms of income" help shape what conglomerate companies make and also what other companies that are free standing get as well.
Overall, I have learned that the people really affect how news media sources can gain income and publicity all through our methods.
What I thought was very interesting in this discussion would be how news media gains their income sources. They have som many different ways of income including advertising, subscriptions/circulation, audience donations, government support, sponsorship and philanthropy. All of these "forms of income" help shape what conglomerate companies make and also what other companies that are free standing get as well.
Overall, I have learned that the people really affect how news media sources can gain income and publicity all through our methods.
Peer review: Mia Britenstein
http://miamazingthoughts.blogspot.com/2016/09/wlky-news-media-critique.html?m=1
Mia's media critique is very professional. While talking about the gun outbreak at Noe, I was able to clearly identify what the journalists did wrong while writing this article. I completely agree with Mia on this report including all of the worried parents questions. While reading, her blog was also very easy to follow which was made helpful by the correct format, grammar and examples of people that were related to the situation.
Overall, I think that Mia did it outstanding job on her media critique talking about the gun outbreak st Noe Middle School. Good job to Mia!
Mia's media critique is very professional. While talking about the gun outbreak at Noe, I was able to clearly identify what the journalists did wrong while writing this article. I completely agree with Mia on this report including all of the worried parents questions. While reading, her blog was also very easy to follow which was made helpful by the correct format, grammar and examples of people that were related to the situation.
Overall, I think that Mia did it outstanding job on her media critique talking about the gun outbreak st Noe Middle School. Good job to Mia!
Peer review: Jenna Putt
http://jfp24.blogspot.com/2016/08/today-in-journalism-class-i-really.html?m=1
Jenna's blog was very well written overall! I like how she used in class examples to explain her topic of the topic in class. By using these examples, it also helped me have a better understanding of the topic because I was reminded of the core topics that mr Miller discussed a lot about in class.
I think that I will be able to take some of Jenna's sorting and use it to help me better understand the well being of more class discussions about mass communication in the future. Thanks Jenna! I enjoyed your blog!
Jenna's blog was very well written overall! I like how she used in class examples to explain her topic of the topic in class. By using these examples, it also helped me have a better understanding of the topic because I was reminded of the core topics that mr Miller discussed a lot about in class.
I think that I will be able to take some of Jenna's sorting and use it to help me better understand the well being of more class discussions about mass communication in the future. Thanks Jenna! I enjoyed your blog!
Class Discussion Review: print journalism
On Friday, Spetember 2, we simply talked about the forming of print journalism. We went all the way back to Guttenburg creating the first printing press made of metal. I thought this was very intriguing because without his sturdy invention we might not have the proper printing techniques that we have today. The many effects of the invention of press technology would include the spread of religious beliefs throughout the continent.
This widespread invention lead to many outbreaks, some good and some bad. Guttenburg had helpfully been part of this spread so many people blamed him for this outbreak which it was partly his fault but at the same time it wasn't. Guttenburg simply want t make it easier for the public to hear and respond to the news that was happening around their communities. Another effect of the expansion of press technology sold be thewidespread expansion of literacy among humans.
I'm positive that all of my fellow classmates know how to read but back then, many people didn't know how to read except for the rather wealthy. This invention greatly led to increased literacy rates not just in one community but around the world. Overall, I am very intrigued by this topic and hope that you bloggers out there have learned a little bit about the past of the amazing invemtion known as Print Journalism!
Thanks for reading :)
This widespread invention lead to many outbreaks, some good and some bad. Guttenburg had helpfully been part of this spread so many people blamed him for this outbreak which it was partly his fault but at the same time it wasn't. Guttenburg simply want t make it easier for the public to hear and respond to the news that was happening around their communities. Another effect of the expansion of press technology sold be thewidespread expansion of literacy among humans.
I'm positive that all of my fellow classmates know how to read but back then, many people didn't know how to read except for the rather wealthy. This invention greatly led to increased literacy rates not just in one community but around the world. Overall, I am very intrigued by this topic and hope that you bloggers out there have learned a little bit about the past of the amazing invemtion known as Print Journalism!
Thanks for reading :)
Class Discussion Review : demassification
A class topic that really interested me personally would be the discussion about demassification . This is a crazy idea that something so big is really just made for a much smaller group of people than we suspect. Of course every large corporation wants to be big and for everyone to know who they are. Well this isn't always the case. Through demassification, a niche audience is targeted instead of a larger one that attracts a mass source of the population.
What I thought was very interesting in class would be the fact that due to this production for smaller companies, many people lost their jobs because there aren't many people needed to make a smaller news corporation compared to a larger one. For example, a long time ago there were no TVs so people relied on the radio to get all sources of news. Now we have more advanced technology and we have TVs which make it much easier to get information in a more economical and convienant way.
The process of demassification can hurt some people but to others it doesn't really effect them at all. Those smaller corporations are getting out to their audiences and that's good for their company but if only more people knew about it then it might have the potential to be the main news source for more than half of the population.
What I thought was very interesting in class would be the fact that due to this production for smaller companies, many people lost their jobs because there aren't many people needed to make a smaller news corporation compared to a larger one. For example, a long time ago there were no TVs so people relied on the radio to get all sources of news. Now we have more advanced technology and we have TVs which make it much easier to get information in a more economical and convienant way.
The process of demassification can hurt some people but to others it doesn't really effect them at all. Those smaller corporations are getting out to their audiences and that's good for their company but if only more people knew about it then it might have the potential to be the main news source for more than half of the population.
News Media Critique
The news media critique I chose was from the source of WDRB news stationed in Louisville, Kentucky. While scrolling through their website I came across an article that 1) didn't relate to anything involving my peers or I and 2) not many people know who this girl is that is being mentioned. I believe that this space could have been use otherwise but as I read through the article, which didn't take long, I found out that it was a traffic reporters for WDRB daughter had made the University of Louisville Cheer leading team for the upcoming season.
I understand his enthusiasm about his daughters accomplishments but lets be real, does it really need to be on the home screen of WDRB.com? This article consisted of four short sentences, four pictures and about a forty second video. While watching the video I saw that this segment actually made it on to TV following Louisville's huge victory versus Syracuse on Friday. The link to this video is below and I suggest that you watch it and see how you feel about it.
night.http://www.wdrb.com/story/32990020/mike-marshalls-daughter-makes-u-of-l-cheerleading-debut
So what do you think about this average girl being on television just because her dad is? I think that it is unfair to all of the stories that deserve more attention and feedback than this one. There are so many news related things referring to the election, widespread of drugs and all of the weapons that have been exposed at schools all across JCPS. Now, all of these topics have been introduced but the people need to know more about these situations that affect a widespread of people rather than this story that affects only the cheer leader and her family.
In this topic, the writer does not follow the 10 elements of journalism very well. He fails to make the important interesting and does exactly the opposite which he made the interesting important which you don't want to do in journalism at any time. This article and its publisher also didn't follow many of the aspects of the 7 yardsticks of journalism very well either. One of the main yardsticks includes local relevance and that refers to how that story or article relates to every single citizen. In this case, this story doesn't relate to any of the citizens in Louisville except for a maybe a select few that know the subject that is being mentioned in the article.
Overall, I think that the news source if WDRB could've avoided this story and replaced it with some in-depth writing and reporting. I completely understand that the father, Mike Marshall, is proud but not everybody has the same opinion or desire on his daughter as others do in the most positive way.
I understand his enthusiasm about his daughters accomplishments but lets be real, does it really need to be on the home screen of WDRB.com? This article consisted of four short sentences, four pictures and about a forty second video. While watching the video I saw that this segment actually made it on to TV following Louisville's huge victory versus Syracuse on Friday. The link to this video is below and I suggest that you watch it and see how you feel about it.
night.http://www.wdrb.com/story/32990020/mike-marshalls-daughter-makes-u-of-l-cheerleading-debut
So what do you think about this average girl being on television just because her dad is? I think that it is unfair to all of the stories that deserve more attention and feedback than this one. There are so many news related things referring to the election, widespread of drugs and all of the weapons that have been exposed at schools all across JCPS. Now, all of these topics have been introduced but the people need to know more about these situations that affect a widespread of people rather than this story that affects only the cheer leader and her family.
In this topic, the writer does not follow the 10 elements of journalism very well. He fails to make the important interesting and does exactly the opposite which he made the interesting important which you don't want to do in journalism at any time. This article and its publisher also didn't follow many of the aspects of the 7 yardsticks of journalism very well either. One of the main yardsticks includes local relevance and that refers to how that story or article relates to every single citizen. In this case, this story doesn't relate to any of the citizens in Louisville except for a maybe a select few that know the subject that is being mentioned in the article.
Overall, I think that the news source if WDRB could've avoided this story and replaced it with some in-depth writing and reporting. I completely understand that the father, Mike Marshall, is proud but not everybody has the same opinion or desire on his daughter as others do in the most positive way.
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