Mass Communication: Living in a Media World
Fifth Edition
Learning Objectives
After studying this chapter, you will be able to:
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Discuss the development of the colonial and early American press.
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Explain how tabloid newspapers differ from broadsheet newspapers.
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Describe the four major types of newspapers today, with examples.
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Name six basic news values used by journalists.
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Discuss the risks that reporters take to cover the news.
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Explain how the Internet and mobile technology have changed the news and newspaper business.