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The Elements of Journalism: What Newspeople Should Know and the Public Should Expect

Completely updated and revised
"The most important book on the relationship of journalism and democracy published in the last fifty years." – Roy Peter Clark, The Poynter Institute

We Interrupt This Newscast: How to Improve Local News and Win Ratings, Too

Just Released
A landmark study on what people watch and why. The most exhaustive study ever of local TV news - what helps ratings, what drives viewers away, and what editorial approaches and story-telling techniques most influence viewership.

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Global Investigative Journalism Conference
Highlights from the 2007 GIJC annual conference

EXTRA! EXTRA!
IRE's guide to some of journalism's best recent investigative work

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The One-Minute (OK, Maybe Five-Minute) Editor

by Steve Buttry, Director of Tailored Programs - American Press Institute (API)

Aug 20, 2007 - Tips for editors and managers for working effectively with reporters when you don't have time to sit down for coaching sessions or brainstorming.

What TV Stations Look for in New Reporters
Tips from CCJ Broadcast Director Walter Dean and News8 Austin (TX) GM Brian Benschoter on skills and attitudes the broadcast industry seeks in this new era of reporting.
How to Talk to the News Media
The elements of journalism work both ways, and citizens have an important role in the relationship.
What Citizens Should Expect from the Press
After five years of research, CCJ identified six core standards citizens should expect their news organizations to consistently meet.
How People Learn from the Press
CCJ's Chairmen examine the concept of the "Interlocking Public," which posits that media should recognize through diverse content that everyone is "interested and even expert in something."
Huliq.com: A Unique Opportunity for Student Journalists to Get Published
Huliq.com is a website to which student and citizen journalists can submit news stories.
Statistics Every Writer Should Know
A link to RobertNiles.com and his "simple guide to understanding basic statistics."
How Networks "Make the Call" on Election Night
CBS News Public Eye Editor Vaughn Ververs explains "one of the most misunderstood parts of Election Night coverage" - how the networks "call" election results before all of the votes have been counted.
Standards for Education Reporters
Tips and tools for reporting on education.
Finding the Right Person to Contact at a News Organization
Finding the right person to contact at a news organization is important for anyone who wants to be heard.
Local TV News Project
PEJ's unprecedented 5-year study of the correlation between quality local television journalism and ratings.

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