Plagiarism is a severe misconduct. We have all heard about plagiarism in one field or the other. Songwriters, students, writers and historians plagiarize the work of others, but most disturbingly for journalists. They inform the publics about the events occurring around them but it seems journalists keep repeating incidence over and over again. There have been a number of cases in recent times of plagiarism among reporters. These incidences are serious because they damage the credibility not only of journalists directly involved but all journalists. Every writer knows that you do not take someone else’s writing and pass it off as your own. If you want to use someone else’s writing, you must first cite the source.
The problem is the temptation to plagiarize is greater than ever because of the internet which places a seemingly infinite amount of information just a mouse- click away. But the fact that plagiarism is easier than ever means reporters must be more vigilant than ever in guarding against it.
Plagiarism means claiming someone else’s work as yours by putting in your story without attribution or credit. If a reporter writes a story in a particularly distinctive or unusual way and another reporter essentially copies passages from that story into his own article, that’s an example of plagiarism.
Other journalists also copies people’s ideas. Sometimes, the media keep repeating past events.
In order to avoid plagiarism in journalism, journalists should do their own reporting. That way they avoid the temptation to steal information from another reporters story and will have the satisfaction of producing work that is entirely their own.
Also, once you have written your story, read it through several times to make sure you have not use any information that is not your own. Journalists should remember that, plagiarism is not always conscious act. Sometimes it can creep into your story without you being aware of it. Therefore, information being published must be accurate, no repetition and must be clear. This act will educate the public and to know more of what is happening.
Student journalists should also learn not to plagiarize when they start to report.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
MOBILE PHONE PHONOMENA
It is amazing to see how mobile phone has affected the country. It has been like mosquito spreading malaria.
Though the use of mobile phones has really helped a lot, it also has some bad sides.
In ancient times, we need to write letters just to communicate with others. Now things have changed. The letter writing for it to be posted is no more in existence, the reason is WHY? a new invention, a phenomenon-“mobile phone”. It is now possible to converse directly with relatives and loved ones.
This invention has also created jobs for some unscrupulous personnel. They pick pocket other’s own. It is quite unusual to find out that the youth play massive contribution by indulging in this act. It is very appalling.
The obvious one is the drivers receiving calls while driving. It contributes highly to road accidents. Almost 80% of drivers practice such act. They can receive bad or shocking news and might loose control of the steer. The information can be so exciting that, they are unaware of what they are doing. This act slows down other vehicles.
The driver while receiving call at that time might not move very fast. I therefore plead to them not receive calls while driving or to park and answer the call.
The invention of the mobile phone has contributed both positively and negatively in our Ghanaian society.
Though the use of mobile phones has really helped a lot, it also has some bad sides.
In ancient times, we need to write letters just to communicate with others. Now things have changed. The letter writing for it to be posted is no more in existence, the reason is WHY? a new invention, a phenomenon-“mobile phone”. It is now possible to converse directly with relatives and loved ones.
This invention has also created jobs for some unscrupulous personnel. They pick pocket other’s own. It is quite unusual to find out that the youth play massive contribution by indulging in this act. It is very appalling.
The obvious one is the drivers receiving calls while driving. It contributes highly to road accidents. Almost 80% of drivers practice such act. They can receive bad or shocking news and might loose control of the steer. The information can be so exciting that, they are unaware of what they are doing. This act slows down other vehicles.
The driver while receiving call at that time might not move very fast. I therefore plead to them not receive calls while driving or to park and answer the call.
The invention of the mobile phone has contributed both positively and negatively in our Ghanaian society.
VALENTINE PHENOMENON
Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday? The history of Valentine's Day — and its patron saint — is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? Today, the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred.
Surprisingly, it would occur on Sunday. I hope the manner in which it is being celebrated would change a little. Though others might celebrate it in a different way, so would others go to church? I believe priests would take time to elaborate more on it. People should show love to all most especially their family. Disputes must be solved and people should live in harmony.
Happy Valentines Day
Surprisingly, it would occur on Sunday. I hope the manner in which it is being celebrated would change a little. Though others might celebrate it in a different way, so would others go to church? I believe priests would take time to elaborate more on it. People should show love to all most especially their family. Disputes must be solved and people should live in harmony.
Happy Valentines Day
NEWS IN FRENCH
Aside English, the next commonest language spoken by two thirds of the world is French. Ghana is being surrounded by francophone countries and we ought to take French language very seriously. If possible it should be made compulsory in all schools from creche to university.
French is an interesting language, though some how difficult to learn it would be easy when it is started at the basic level.
GTV has started reporting news in French. That is very good of them. It would make the francophone peoples feel more welcomed in the country. They would also know more of what is happening. It would also throw more lights on journalists to take their French education very seriously because they can get vacancy through that.
It is my wish that all the media would broadcast news in French alongside the English. GTV should not stop but continue. Bravo GTV.
French is an interesting language, though some how difficult to learn it would be easy when it is started at the basic level.
GTV has started reporting news in French. That is very good of them. It would make the francophone peoples feel more welcomed in the country. They would also know more of what is happening. It would also throw more lights on journalists to take their French education very seriously because they can get vacancy through that.
It is my wish that all the media would broadcast news in French alongside the English. GTV should not stop but continue. Bravo GTV.
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It is amazing the number of soap operas being shown on our media of late. They are all quite interesting, educative and entertaining. Passions blew the nations with it fascinating episodes, not knowing others were yet to explode. Mexicans are genius about soap operas. Their extravagant episodes like Cuando seas mia, My three sisters, Anastasia, Juana, Camila and others. They did really entertain us especially Second Chance.
Almost everyone, mostly the youth rushed to watch it. Missing it like loosing someone important.
Interviews I conducted show that, about 82% had more interest in Second Chance than any other series. It would be very difficult for any other novella to replace it. Storm over paradise is also another interesting Mexican soap opera but the time it is being viewed on air makes it quite difficult for others especially workers to watch it.
Ghanaians can also air such nice series and even better than the Europeans. What happened to tentacles and others?
Television stations should not hesitate to broadcast any Mexican soap operas because that is the main source of entertainment.
Almost everyone, mostly the youth rushed to watch it. Missing it like loosing someone important.
Interviews I conducted show that, about 82% had more interest in Second Chance than any other series. It would be very difficult for any other novella to replace it. Storm over paradise is also another interesting Mexican soap opera but the time it is being viewed on air makes it quite difficult for others especially workers to watch it.
Ghanaians can also air such nice series and even better than the Europeans. What happened to tentacles and others?
Television stations should not hesitate to broadcast any Mexican soap operas because that is the main source of entertainment.
FACEBOOK ADDICTION
Cannot imagine the number of people involved in facebook all over the world. I am no exception.
I wonder if there is a magnet attached to it that makes it difficult to close that tab. I went to the school cafe to research into mine assignment, I did not know what happened, all of a sudden, I logged on to facebook forgetting my assignment. After chatting for hours, I realized I had wasted which could have been used for other useful purpose.
I would not be surprise if most people aside with me. Most students access the net and the first thing they log on is facebook. Most people are addicted to it than most other things. Any solution? What should be than about it?
I wonder if there is a magnet attached to it that makes it difficult to close that tab. I went to the school cafe to research into mine assignment, I did not know what happened, all of a sudden, I logged on to facebook forgetting my assignment. After chatting for hours, I realized I had wasted which could have been used for other useful purpose.
I would not be surprise if most people aside with me. Most students access the net and the first thing they log on is facebook. Most people are addicted to it than most other things. Any solution? What should be than about it?
SWITCH OFF ENGINES WHEN BUYING FUEL
Day in and day out, we neglect certain important things. Forgetting our lives are more important than any thing.
Drivers, especially the commercial ones do not switch off their engines when buying fuel. This act is very dangerous. The vehicles can explode and precious lives being lost.
Passengers should not hesitate to query drivers who do not switch off their engines and must do well to report them to the nearest police station.
Also, those in charge of selling it to drivers must also see to it that, there are off before given it out. If such act is abolished, then the country would progress and we all live in peaceful harmony.
Drivers, especially the commercial ones do not switch off their engines when buying fuel. This act is very dangerous. The vehicles can explode and precious lives being lost.
Passengers should not hesitate to query drivers who do not switch off their engines and must do well to report them to the nearest police station.
Also, those in charge of selling it to drivers must also see to it that, there are off before given it out. If such act is abolished, then the country would progress and we all live in peaceful harmony.
Monday, March 15, 2010
HYPORDERMIC NEEDLE THEORY
Hypodermic Needle Theory also known as The Magic Bullet Theory, the rational mind was a mere facade, incapable of resisting powerful messages. People have no ability to screen out or criticise these messages. The messages penetrate to their subconscious minds and transform how they think or feel.
For the hypodermic needle, it changes the minds and perception of the individual. For propaganda case like this, a person can communicate to the masses through the media, convince or persuade or influences its viewers or listeners to confine with his or her decision.
For the hypodermic needle, it changes the minds and perception of the individual. For propaganda case like this, a person can communicate to the masses through the media, convince or persuade or influences its viewers or listeners to confine with his or her decision.
MINE OWN VIEWS ABOUT THE EFFECT OF THEORIES (MEDIA)
Theory is a general principles that explains facts or idea that is the starting point for argument or investigation.
Taking a look at the effect theories of mass communication, i would consider how people are being influenced by the media.
The media is the inter-mediator that carries information, news and other activities from a source to a larger number of audience which are unseen and identified. The media should then spread out good and quality information to its responsible audience. This is because,the content of the programme can affect ones behavior.
Assuming what it entails talk about educative things, this would totally change the behavior and the thinking of the masses. They would end up knowing much through the media. For example, if they educate its audience about the importance and purpose of resarch and reading, this would enlighten the thinking thougtsof its audience.
For the aspects where it talks or shows certain materials which are not accepted in our locality like pornographic materials, it also affects our behavior. Especially, the youth would be exposed to it and begin to practice it. In as much as it affects the youth,it can be a benefit to the older ones(married couples). Therefore, the time in which it is being viewed can be changed to late in the evening where most people are asleep and the older ones have closed from work glancing through the various channels.
The media can have effects on us psychologically and emotionally. It also changes our perceptions. For example, it can educate us on love, and we can show this by showing love and care to one another, example, families.
It has affected us directly through our thinking and behavior, and indirectly when our friends adapt our characters we portray with the help of the media.
In a nutshell, the media should not be looked at only its negative sides but as well as the positive sides like the spread of information, educative programmes and the entertaining aspects.
Taking a look at the effect theories of mass communication, i would consider how people are being influenced by the media.
The media is the inter-mediator that carries information, news and other activities from a source to a larger number of audience which are unseen and identified. The media should then spread out good and quality information to its responsible audience. This is because,the content of the programme can affect ones behavior.
Assuming what it entails talk about educative things, this would totally change the behavior and the thinking of the masses. They would end up knowing much through the media. For example, if they educate its audience about the importance and purpose of resarch and reading, this would enlighten the thinking thougtsof its audience.
For the aspects where it talks or shows certain materials which are not accepted in our locality like pornographic materials, it also affects our behavior. Especially, the youth would be exposed to it and begin to practice it. In as much as it affects the youth,it can be a benefit to the older ones(married couples). Therefore, the time in which it is being viewed can be changed to late in the evening where most people are asleep and the older ones have closed from work glancing through the various channels.
The media can have effects on us psychologically and emotionally. It also changes our perceptions. For example, it can educate us on love, and we can show this by showing love and care to one another, example, families.
It has affected us directly through our thinking and behavior, and indirectly when our friends adapt our characters we portray with the help of the media.
In a nutshell, the media should not be looked at only its negative sides but as well as the positive sides like the spread of information, educative programmes and the entertaining aspects.
Friday, March 5, 2010
POLITICAL
propaganda
stability
agenda setting
link between government and the people
gatekeeper
agitate for change
stability
agenda setting
link between government and the people
gatekeeper
agitate for change
SOCIAL
create awareness
educate
inform
entertainment
platform for expression
mobilizer
settle conflict
mouthpiece
analysis
interpret
agitate for change
advertising
propaganda
historical records
globalization
surveillance
watchdog
educate
inform
entertainment
platform for expression
mobilizer
settle conflict
mouthpiece
analysis
interpret
agitate for change
advertising
propaganda
historical records
globalization
surveillance
watchdog
FUNCTIONS OF THE MEDIA
I am grouping them under three categories. this is because, we can see their functions under three aspect, namely; social, political and economical
Thursday, March 4, 2010
your favorite media programme
friends on viasat 1 because it is interesting and fun to watch.
news file on joy Fm because it is more political and educative especially for we the youth in politics.
the super morning show and news night on joy Fm.
news file on joy Fm because it is more political and educative especially for we the youth in politics.
the super morning show and news night on joy Fm.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEDIA PROGRAMME
storm over paradise, because it shows strings that re-attach to love and you have to get to suffer getting the real love.
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