Ethics of Journalism; Shattered Glass (film day 1)

Do you have the moral fiber it takes to be a journalist? 

The Ethics of Journalism include the following:

• Credibility
• Accuracy
• Objectivity

And to a lesser extent:

• Good taste (show compassion, minimize harm)
• Simultaneous rebuttal, or right of reply
• Fairness to all (subject & audience)
• Avoid plagiarism
• Use attribution--do not use anonymous sources
• Truth
• Accountability

Please read the following article by Bob Steele for the Poynter Institute journalism program. As you read, take note (that is take notes) of key points and ideas presented in the article. Consider why any of this matters (what's at stake?)

Why Ethics Matters by Bob Steele

CLASS ACTIVITY:

We are going to screen the film Shattered Glass (2003)
Written & Directed by: Billy Ray (with Buzz Bissinger)
Cinematography: Mandy Walker

Hayden Christensen ... Stephen Glass
Peter Sarsgaard ... Charles "Chuck" Lane
Chloe Sevigny ... Caitlin Avey
Rosario Dawson ... Andy Fox
Melanie Lynskey ... Amy Brand
Hank Azaria ... Michael Kelly
Steve Zahn ... Adam Penenberg

HOMEWORK: As we watch the film, please note the activities on the packet. Complete these as we view the film (they are due when we're done viewing the film). Be prepared to write an article concerning journalistic ethics after the screening of the film.