Understanding journalism /
Lynette Sheridan Burns, Benjamin J Matthews.
- 3rd edition.
- London : SAGE Publications, c2018.
- xiv, 268 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Originally published: 2002.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 243-262) and index.
Pt. One: From knowing how to being able -- 1.Introduction -- 2.Who is a journalist? -- 3.Journalism as decision making -- Pt. Two: Journalism in action -- 4.Finding stories -- 5.Choosing stories -- 6. Researching stories -- 7. Researching stories: interviews -- 8. Researching stories: data -- 9. Telling stories -- 10. Editing stories -- 11. Long-form stories.
"This bestselling, approachable textbook begins from the assertion that the practice of journalism should be driven by a commitment to service the public interest. With this goal in sight, Understanding Journalism explains in a clear and engaging manner both the principles and techniques required to become a successful – and valued – journalist."--Back cover.