What are news ethics and give case studies
of news ethics?
In this research task, I will be explaining
my findings on ethics in journalism and the general codes of ethics that all
journalists are obligated to follow. Ethics of journalism are essential device
of self-regulation in the industry of journalism, and provide a necessary
reference for journalists to understand their roles, rights and how they can
perform their best at their occupation, in the same time providing a standard
against which journalist work can be assessed. Moreover, Ethical codes of
journalism contribute to the fairness, accuracy and credibility of information,
which overall is beneficial for the public.
1) Journalists must report and
interpret honestly, making sure everything is accurate, fair and all facts
essential are included. Journalists must not leave out essential facts or give
distorting importance to something. They must strive to give a fair opportunity
for reply. An example of a case study
whereby this code was ignored would be
2)
Journalists must not place
unnecessary emphasis on personal characteristics, such as race, ethnicity,
nationality, gender, age, sexual orientation, family relationships, and
religion, physical or academic disability.
3)
Journalists must attempt to attribute
their information to its source. If a source wants to be anonymous , then do not agree to use the source until inspection
on the sources motives have been inspected and alternative sources have been
viewed as well.
4)
Journalists must not allow personal
interests, beliefs, commitment, payments, or personal benefits undermine the
accuracy, fairness and credibility of news.
5)
Journalist must remove conflict
of interest that affect, or could affect, the accuracy, fairness or credibility
of journalism. They must not use their journalistic
position improperly for personal gain.
6)
Journalists must not allow
advertising or other commercial influences to affect accuracy, fairness and
credibility of news.
7)
Journalists must do their utmost
best to present any direct or indirect payment made for interviews, photographs,
stories or information.
8)
Journalists must use fair, responsible
and honest way in gathering information and other material. They must identify themselves
or their employer before obtaining an interview for broadcast or publication. Journalists
must not take advantage of a person's vulnerability or unawareness of media
practice.
9)
Journalist must present
pictures and sounds that are accurate and have been obtained fairly. Any
misleading content should be disclosed.
10)
Journalists must not plagiarize.
11)
Journalist must respect personal
privacy and grief. Journalists have the right to resist force to intervene in private
matters.
12)
Journalist must do their best to
achieve fair modification of errors.
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