What is responsible journalism?
I can explain how and why media is regulated.
What is responsible journalism?
I can explain how and why media is regulated.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- That media has regulations that it must follow to ensure accuracy, fairness and accountability.
- Journalists agree to a code of conduct when they join the national journalist union, this includes moral values.
- The Editors' Code of Practice is enforced by IPSO, an external independent organisation.
- The Royal Charter sets the BBC's responsibilities which are based on being educational, informative and impartial.
Keywords
Regulation - rules that control how things are done to keep them fair and safe
Union - a group of workers in the same trade or profession who have joined together to protect their rights
Conduct - the way a person or organisation behaves, especially following rules or standards
Scandal - a situation or event that is seen as shocking or disgraceful because of wrongdoing or improper behaviour
Impartial - not taking sides; being fair and balanced
Common misconception
The media can print or publish what they like due to free press.
They must still follow regulations so that the public can trust what is being published.
To help you plan your year 10 citizenship lesson on: What is responsible journalism?, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 10 citizenship lesson on: What is responsible journalism?, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Print media
Print media
Broadcast media
Broadcast media
New media
New media