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The Newsroom Brain The Newsroom Brain

What strange thoughts creep through the minds of editors? Why are news values so difficult for nonjournalists to understand? The brain of a newsroom can be a mysterious thing to outsiders - and even to journalists themselves. The Newsroom Brain: A Working Guide to Journalism Decisions interactively explores the how and why of newsroom ethics.

The Newsroom Brain opens with a panorama of the ethical landscape and many key issues facing newspapers. Working journalists share their experiences and open a window into the tough calls that they make every day.

Designed as a workbook to spark discussion and facilitate learning, The Newsroom Brain also provides a wide range of real-life scenarios that can challenge everyone from readers to experienced editors. Issues include running disturbing photographs, handling explosive crime coverage and treating sensitive community debate fairly. Participants can compare their reaction to the actions of real editors and real newspapers.

The book is perfect for group sessions - complete with scenarios that photocopy easily and insightful commentary to guide discussion. It's a great tool for educating community groups and non-newsroom staff, and for honing the skills of reporters and editors.

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The Newsroom Brain: New Scenarios

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Tomorrow's media organizations are being built today. Will you be left behind?

The Media Executive Leadership Program is an intensive two-week program that will give you the ideas and tools to lead your company into the future. Learn about it here.

Media Executive Leadership Program


July 19 to 30, 2010


Hold these dates

July 19-30
Media Executive Leadership Program, James Allen Center, Northwestern University. Details here.

September 27-29
McCormick Scholars Biennial Symposium, James Allen Center, Northwestern University.

September 28-October 1
McCormick Fellows Fall Forum, James Allen Center, Northwestern University.


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