News analysis

 NEWS ANALYSIS (FAKE & REAL)

FAKE NEWS


 



Fake news or information disorder is false or misleading information (misinformation, including disinformation, propaganda, and hoaxes) presented as news. Fake news often has the aim of damaging the reputation of a person or entity, or making money through advertising revenue.


In the age of fake news, our audience can't avoid that connection. Another recent report reckons people prefer fake news to real news. Germany is introducing criminal penalties for social-media companies that purvey fake news. The lure of protectionism is the economic equivalent of fake news


Recent examples of Fake News


Recent examples of Fake News include stories denying the invasion of Ukraine, vaccinations being used to implant a microchip, or undermining the seriousness of global warming. In all cases you can find more reliable sources to challenge these stories.






Media affect our society

It molds the way individuals view the world, influencing their attitudes towards social, political, and cultural issues. Media can set agendas, frame discussions, and sway public opinion on important matters

The more time spent on social media can lead to cyberbullying, social anxiety, depression, and exposure to content that is not age appropriate. Social Media is addicting. When you're playing a game or accomplishing a task, you seek to do it as well as you can.


In  short

Anyone can post a story online and news travels fast on social media. So we need to question what we read and watch, before trusting that it's right.
  • Fake news is a term used to describe fictional news stories that are made up to support certain agendas. 
  • Understanding what fake news and misinformation looks like can help you to avoid sharing it and there are red flags you can look out for. 
  • It’s everyone’s responsibility to call out fake news, to keep themselves and their community safe. 
Fake news exist.

Fake news can help a political agenda  

A fictional piece of information can help certain political parties or figures validate their opinions, and can be used to convince people to vote for them

Fake news can sometimes be easier to believe than real news 

Other people might choose to engage with fake news as a more comforting version of the truth.

Fake news can get more people to engage with news content 

In our click-driven world, controversial headlines also generate more attention, engagement and subscribers. That means there’s ample motivation for some news websites to share or even create fake news – even if it hurts others.  


Why is it important to identify and report fake news?  

It’s everyone’s responsibility to identify and report fake news. A collective effort to prevent the spread of fake news can help to keep your community feeling safe, capable of identifying fake news and clear about what the truth is.

By calling out and reporting fake news, you can empower other members of your social media networks to think more critically about the content they are engaging with.




REAL NEWS

Real News is information about current events. This may be provided through many different media: word of mouth, printing, postal systems, broadcasting, electronic communication, or through the testimony of observers and witnesses to events. News is sometimes called "hard news" to differentiate it from soft media.

“Real News is a form of communication that informs the public of current events, issues, and trends in society.” (Croteau & Hoynes, 2014) “News is a cultural production that transforms events and issues into symbols and narratives that reflect and shape social meaning.”

 Purpose of the news

News articles are written to inform and educate readers on current affairs/events. They are used to provide readers with information they need/want to know about the world around them

 principles of news

While various codes may differ in the detail of their content and come from different cultural traditions, most share common elements including the principles of truthfulness, accuracy and fact-based communications, independence, objectivity, impartiality, fairness, respect for others and public accountability, as ...

Benefits of real time news

Watching live news allows you to stay updated on current events as they happen, ensuring that you are always aware of the latest developments. Whether it's a natural disaster, political crisis or a major sports event, live news provides instant coverage that keeps you informed and connected to the world.


The Benefits of Good News
  • Improved outlook on life.
  • Greater feelings of kindness and generosity
  • Inspiration to find solutions to problems.
  • Increased dopamine, endorphins, and serotonin
  • Reduced blood pressure, cortisol levels, and stress.
★ An example of a news

News is information that wasn't known before or current events broadcast over the radio, television, online or in print media. An example of news is a couple announcing their engagement at a family gathering. An example of news is the New York Times announcing the winner of a presidential race


How do you identify a good news story?

creates a newsworthy story
  1. Impact. Arguably the most important element of newsworthiness is whether or not the news item being communicated impacts a news outlet's audience. ...
  2. Proximity. Proximity is important. ...
  3. Timeliness. News consumers expect timely information. ...
  4. Prominence. ...
  5. Conflict. ...
 Analyze news

To analyze news topics, you need to apply critical thinking and analysis skills to your information. You need to question the assumptions, claims, and evidence of your sources and your own perspective. You need to look for strengths, weaknesses, limitations, and implications of your information.











 



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