Investigative Journalism Flashcards
What is Investigative Journalism ?
it is a form of journalism where journalists conduct in depth investigations to uncover information of public interest that is often hidden
What are the objectives of Investigative journalism ?
- Expose the truth
- uncover illegal activities
- uncover scandals
What do journalists use for work ?
In depth research
Fact checking
Investigative Techniques
What is “in depth research”
Utilizing documents, archives, interviews, to gather information.
What are the Investigative Techniques
Surveillance
data analysis
field investigations
confidential sources
What are the ethics and legality, journalist have to face ?
Journalistic Ethics
Legality
What are the journalistic ethics ?
- Respect for privacy
- Accuracy
- Impartiality
- Fairness
What are the impacts of doing this job ?
- Legislative changes
- legal actions
- public awareness
What are the risks ?
- Threats of lawsuits
- harassment
- intimidation
- physical danger
What is the Watergate scandal ?
The investigation by Washington Post journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein that led to the resignation of U.S. President Richard Nixon.
