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New technology has powered entirely new forms and ways of finding, reporting and telling stories. Issues of ethics, transparency and access are redefining the role of journalism daily. The immediacy of a virtual world raises questions of—and opportunities for—the role of news producers in their communities. Here we take a look at some of the ways journalism innovators are moving the craft forward. We’ve only scratched the surface; what do you think?
Journalist’s Toolbox
A wide array of resources for journalists from general assignment to investigative, including editors, multimedia and professors. Updated regularly to highlight tools relevant to current news.After Deadline: Newsroom Notes on Usage and Style
Who or whom? Tips and reminders for writers of all levels on numbers, subjunctive voice and other tricky bits from the keeper of the NY Times style standards.The Open Notebook
Dedicated to the craft of science journalism, TON is useful for any reporter, offering sample pitches, tips on thinking, asking, writing, and a handy advice column tapping wisdom and experience.Emergency Journalism: Toolkit for better and accurate reporting
Tested reporting tools and tips to cover community emergencies from massive storms to outbreaks of violence. Find ways to mashup maps, efficiently use online sources, quickly verify social media.EconoCheck
Layering a specific need into fact-checking options, Sunlight and IRE join forces, creating this handy way to verify politicians' economic claims. A guide to datasets, including easy explainers.Posted on October 11, 2012
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A Guide to Effective Fact Checking On-air and Online
Five steps for analyzing political ads, nine “patterns of deception” to watch for and specific tips on presentation. Highly practical as ads spiral high in cost and share of air.10 Best Practices for Twitter for Journalists
Distilling research and the practices of major newsrooms to a top ten list capturing the essence of 140 character journalism communication. Subscription version highlights useful examples.Posted on September 10, 2012
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Scan and Analysis of Best Practices in Digital Journalism In and Outside U.S. Public Broadcasting
Go deep, reach out, play with form, promote participation. Just some of the best practices in this guide for journalism in the public service contextualized by the shifting media world.Posted on September 10, 2012
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