7:09 p.m.
I just got an update in the manhunt. Apparently there were reported shootings in Watertown, Massachusetts. I am unable to watch the Live footage on CNN because of "server restrictions."
Few things make me mad.
This is one.
Friday, April 19, 2013
Storify
I am currently enrolled in a Journalism Ethics course with professor Mead Loop. We are in the midst of working on group projects all based around different media outlets. My group is covering Storify.
I had never before heard of Storify. I had no idea that it existed or what it was capable of. It seems I wasn't the only one either because each time I mention the site to one of my friends they say, "do you mean Spotify?"
Storify is actually a really neat website. It almost combines all pre-existing social medias into one. It allows for viewers to sort through information based on a word or phrase. It enables them to see photos, videos and stories shared by real journalists at prominent publications or even citizens who happen to catch something on their phone.
It seems that a majority of the world is unaware of Storify. Right now, it is mostly a journalistic tool. Once it catches on, however, it has the potential to be a very powerful site.
Had To Laugh. Had To Share.
I came across this video today on Wimp.com. Wimp is a video compilation website that contains all kinds of content and information. Today I came across a video that was posted on April 16th, 2013. The video is titled "Fred Rogers Talks About Tragic Events In The News."
The video is a minute long clip of a man discussing what we as adult can do for children in times of tragedy. He admits that if kids come to us with fear or information, we should be willing to talk openly with them and reassure them that we will do what we can to keep them safe.
Although what he is talking about is serious, I had to laugh. I found it comical the way he delivered his information. The way he tried to be serious about it somehow made it even less serious.
Honestly, watching this video is probably a waste of time and a minute of your life that you will never get back.
The video is a minute long clip of a man discussing what we as adult can do for children in times of tragedy. He admits that if kids come to us with fear or information, we should be willing to talk openly with them and reassure them that we will do what we can to keep them safe.
Although what he is talking about is serious, I had to laugh. I found it comical the way he delivered his information. The way he tried to be serious about it somehow made it even less serious.
Honestly, watching this video is probably a waste of time and a minute of your life that you will never get back.
#Manhunt: A Live Blog
6:41 p.m.
I just realized that in one of my recent blogs, I forgot to mention something. I was discussing the series of tragedies that have taken place over the past five days. I failed to mention one.
Although this may not be cast as a "tragedy," it is a notable scandal.
The Ricin contained in letters sent to the president took place earlier this week on Wednesday the 17th. Although the president remains unharmed, this is still very noteworthy news. Unfortunately, the same thing that happened with many other stories also happened with this one. I have not been hearing much about it and while there are updates, you have to search to find them. None of it is front page news.
I just realized that in one of my recent blogs, I forgot to mention something. I was discussing the series of tragedies that have taken place over the past five days. I failed to mention one.
Although this may not be cast as a "tragedy," it is a notable scandal.
The Ricin contained in letters sent to the president took place earlier this week on Wednesday the 17th. Although the president remains unharmed, this is still very noteworthy news. Unfortunately, the same thing that happened with many other stories also happened with this one. I have not been hearing much about it and while there are updates, you have to search to find them. None of it is front page news.
StartupBus
When Adam P. came to talk to our class, he shared with us this idea known as the "StartupBus." The StartupBus is a trip in which inventors, entrepreneurs and nerds of all background and skill can come together, team up and create something phenomenal. Adam suggested that we all take a trip on the StartupBus sometime throughout the course of our journalistic career. He guaranteed that it is a wonderful experience that will help us grow and learn a lot.
I found the trip quite intriguing. I am interested into looking more into the trip and finding out more about it. I would love to go someday, preferably when I'm older and out of school and more established and what have you.
I found the trip quite intriguing. I am interested into looking more into the trip and finding out more about it. I would love to go someday, preferably when I'm older and out of school and more established and what have you.
The Bloggers Who Write Journals Are Just As Much Journalists As The Journalists Who Write Blogs
One of the most pressing questions on the minds of journalists today is "are bloggers really journalists?" It is no secret that citizen journalism is on the rise. With it comes a multitude of individuals who, with no real training or experience, are putting their thoughts out there for the general public to read. Which opens for the argument, are bloggers really journalists?
Some would argue no because they have no background in journalism.
Some would argue yes because they don't need a background in journalism.
Here's the thing. The earliest forms of "blogging" and "citizen journalism" date back to the days of the founding fathers. Much like this article suggests, the earliest forms of citizen journalism took place in 1760 when news of rights and restrictions were being circulated. These individuals were fulfilling their obligation to the public to share with them the information that they had a right to know.
They had no journalistic training, yet they were researching information, sharing it with the public and doing what was best for the masses.
Journalism is more than just a degree and some experience. It is an occupation that helps individuals develop and tell a good story. It is an idea that helps relate and connect people. It is a term that connects individuals from all over the globe.
I would argue that bloggers are journalists. All alike, we share one common goal: give the public what they need to know.
Some would argue no because they have no background in journalism.
Some would argue yes because they don't need a background in journalism.
Here's the thing. The earliest forms of "blogging" and "citizen journalism" date back to the days of the founding fathers. Much like this article suggests, the earliest forms of citizen journalism took place in 1760 when news of rights and restrictions were being circulated. These individuals were fulfilling their obligation to the public to share with them the information that they had a right to know.
They had no journalistic training, yet they were researching information, sharing it with the public and doing what was best for the masses.
Journalism is more than just a degree and some experience. It is an occupation that helps individuals develop and tell a good story. It is an idea that helps relate and connect people. It is a term that connects individuals from all over the globe.
I would argue that bloggers are journalists. All alike, we share one common goal: give the public what they need to know.
#Manhunt: A Live Blog
One of the officials just suggested that the city could continue to function, but under extreme caution.
Um...right.
I would think the city would be cautious, considering there is a highly unstable and extremely dangerous individual on the loose.
But thanks for the advice, sir.
Um...right.
I would think the city would be cautious, considering there is a highly unstable and extremely dangerous individual on the loose.
But thanks for the advice, sir.
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