NEWSPAPERS: NEWS VALUES!

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NEWSPAPERS: NEWS VALUES:

Read Media Factsheet 76: News Values and complete the following questions/tasks. 

Our Media Factsheet archive is available here - you'll need your Greenford Google login to access.

What example news story does the Factsheet use to illustrate Galtung and Ruge's News Values? Why is it an appropriate example of a news story likely to gain prominent coverage?

The higher a news story scores on this list, the more likely it is to become news. Using the example pictured, Afghanistan, in terms of geographical proximity, is far away from the U.K. but when a young British soldier dies, the story gains cultural proximity as British audiences see the soldier as ‘one of their own’.


What is gatekeeping?

Gatekeeping is the process of filtering information before dissemination.

What are the six ways bias can be created in news?

  • Bias through selection and omission 
  • Bias through placement 
  • Bias by headline 
  • Bias by photos, captions and camera angles 
  • Bias through names and titles 
  • Bias by choice of words

How have online sources such as Twitter, bloggers or Wikileaks changed the way news is selected and published?

Online sources like Twitter, bloggers, and platforms like Wikileaks have revolutionized the news landscape. They have democratized the process of news selection and publication by giving individuals the power to share information and express their perspectives. This has allowed for a wider range of voices and alternative viewpoints to be heard, challenging traditional gatekeeping by mainstream media outlets.

In your opinion, how has the digital age changed Galtung and Ruge’s news values? 

In the digital age, Galtung and Ruge's news values have been influenced by the rapid dissemination of information and the rise of online platforms. Traditional news values such as timeliness, proximity, and prominence still hold significance, but new factors have emerged. The digital age has emphasized the importance of immediacy, interactivity, and shareability. News stories that can be quickly shared on social media and generate engagement tend to receive more attention. Additionally, citizen journalism and user-generated content have become influential, challenging the traditional gatekeeping role of news organizations.

How would you update these news values for the digital age? Choose TWO of Galtung and Ruge's news values and say how they have been affected by the growth of digital technology.

In the digital age, the growth of digital technology has affected Galtung and Ruge's news values of "Threshold" and "Frequency." The threshold for newsworthiness has been lowered, as even small-scale events can gain attention through social media. Additionally, news frequency has increased with real-time updates and continuous information flow online.

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