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Importance of Fact-Based Journalism in Democracy

Explore the role of journalism in democracy, distinguishing between fact-based reporting and opinion journalism. Discover how journalism informs, encourages debate, and acts as a watchdog over government, providing a voice to the people. Learn the difference between facts and opinions, and why it's crucial to uphold journalistic integrity.

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Importance of Fact-Based Journalism in Democracy

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  1. Slide Deck 8:Journalism in Democracy

  2. What is journalism?

  3. Journalism involves the gathering, evaluating, creating and presenting of news and information to the public.

  4. What is the role of journalism? Journalism helps contribute to democracy in the following ways: • Acting as a “watchdog” over government • Informing citizens • Encouraging debate and conversation • Providing a voice to the people

  5. What is a fact? What is an opinion?

  6. A fact is something that is known or proven to be true. An opinion is a view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.

  7. FACT VS. OPINION EXAMPLE Fact: An apple is a fruit. Opinion: Apples are delicious.

  8. • Fact-based journalism: Purpose is to inform. Focuses on reporting on issues and events. While it may include analysis or assessment, it is based on facts, not opinion. • Opinion journalism: Purpose is to criticize, praise, interpret or persuade. An opinion piece provides a viewpoint about an issue or event. It may not be neutral or balanced. Examples include editorials, columns and commentary.

  9. Why is it important to distinguish between fact-based news reporting and commentary?

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