Learning Objectives

After studying this chapter, you will be able to:

  1. Discuss the development of the colonial and early American press.

  2. Explain how tabloid newspapers differ from broadsheet newspapers.

  3. Describe the four major types of newspapers today, with examples.

  4. Name six basic news values used by journalists.

  5. Discuss the risks that reporters take to cover the news.

  6. Explain how the Internet and mobile technology have changed the news and newspaper business.