Impact of the Internet on Journalism

The video discusses the profound impact of the internet on journalism, particularly the shift of advertising dollars from traditional media to online platforms. Despite these changes, the speaker emphasizes that the core practices of journalism, such as using basic tools and focusing on storytelling, remain unchanged. The transition from typewriters to computers is highlighted, illustrating the adaptation to digital tools while maintaining traditional journalism values. The importance of focusing on the subject and engaging in direct communication is stressed as essential to effective journalism.

What has been the most significant change in journalism due to the internet?

• Shift of advertising dollars to online platforms

• Increase in print media sales

• Decrease in television viewership

• Rise of radio journalism

How has the core practice of journalism changed with the advent of the internet?

• Journalists have stopped using traditional methods

• The core practice remains largely unchanged

• Journalism has become entirely automated

• Journalists now rely solely on digital tools

What tools does the speaker mention using in their journalism practice?

• Smartphone and tablet

• Digital camera and laptop

• Pencil, pen, pad, and tape recorder

• Voice recorder and drone

What was the speaker's task at the Washington Monthly in 1985?

• To write a new column

• To find a philanthropist to fund computers

• To organize a journalism workshop

• To conduct a survey on media consumption

What does the speaker imply about the use of typewriters in journalism?

• They are making a comeback

• They are more efficient than computers

• They are obsolete but were once essential

• They are still widely used

What was the speaker's experience with technology at the Washington Monthly?

• They were pioneers in digital journalism

• They used only digital tools

• They had no computers initially

• They had advanced technology

What does the speaker say about information overload?

• It is not a concern for journalists

• It is a challenge that requires focus

• It has been eliminated by technology

• It is beneficial for journalism

How does the speaker suggest journalists should handle information overload?

• By delegating tasks to others

• By using more digital tools

• By focusing on the subject matter

• By ignoring excess information

What is emphasized as crucial in journalism despite technological advancements?

• Automating interviews

• Using the latest gadgets

• Direct communication and interaction

• Relying on social media

What does the speaker believe is necessary for effective journalism?

• Avoiding face-to-face interviews

• Relying on artificial intelligence

• Focusing on the subject and direct interaction

• Using only traditional methods