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CE 9

CE.9 – ROLE OF THE MEDIA

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WHAT CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT PROTECTS FREEDOM OF THE PRESS? The First Amendment
WHAT IS FREEDOM OF THE PRESS? The right of the media to publish information without government censorship.
WHY IS A FREE PRESS IMPORTANT IN A DEMOCRACY? It informs citizens, investigates government actions, and holds leaders accountable.
WHAT TYPES OF MEDIA ARE PROTECTED BY FREEDOM OF THE PRESS? Newspapers, television, radio, online news sites, blogs, and other media platforms.
HOW DOES THE MEDIA HELP CITIZENS MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS? By reporting facts, providing analysis, and presenting multiple viewpoints.
HOW DOES INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM SUPPORT DEMOCRACY? It uncovers corruption or wrongdoing in government or business.
WHAT WAS AN EXAMPLE OF INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM AFFECTING GOVERNMENT? Reporting on the Watergate scandal led to President Nixon’s resignation.
WHAT IS MEDIA BIAS? When news coverage favors one perspective or political viewpoint
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR CITIZENS TO IDENTIFY BIAS? To evaluate information critically and separate fact from opinion.
WHAT IS PROPAGANDA? Information presented in a way designed to influence opinions or behavior.
HOW CAN CITIZENS EVALUATE MEDIA SOURCES? By checking accuracy, identifying bias, comparing multiple sources, and distinguishing fact from opinion.
Created by: Lisa K Ball
 

 



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