journalism

"[This collection of essays selected from the New York Times provides an] understanding of what fake news is, its impact on local and global events, the psychological and political purposes of fake news, and [more]"--Introduction.

Readers expand their understanding of this timely topic and engage their critical-thinking skills in the process.

"The muckraking journalists were crusaders with a steadfast faith in the power of truth, a strong narrative, and public pressure to spur government action for the good of the people. Their investigative reporting brought attention to hidden problems and issues such as child labor, urban poverty, inhumane working conditions, tenements, business monopolies, and political corruption. This . . . book covers the work and lives of the leading muckrakers, including Lincoln Steffens, Ray Stannard Baker, Upton Sinclair, and Ida Tarbell"--Provided by publisher.

"The waning years of the nineteenth century saw the emergence of a new kind of journalism in the United States, one that not only challenged government and corporate power, but also turned to sordid crimes and scandals for much of its material. Sensational, shocking, and lurid, this new style of reporting came to be known as yellow journalism. The trend influenced newspapers across the country, and its role in building public support for the Spanish-American War has become the stuff of legend. This book traces the development of yellow journalism and demonstrates its impact"--Provided by publisher.

"This volume demonstrates how freedom of the press is part of American heritage from colonial times and how it remains essential to democracy"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . book defines fake news and reveals the people behind the spread of disinformation. Readers will also glimpse the future of fake news and the . . . technologies used to make it, such as face-morphing technology. This book will help readers navigate the . . . world of fake news"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of twelve essays that explores various issues related to the obligations of the media, the rise of satirical news outlets, and how to interpret news in a post-fact era.

"Provides a comprehensive and impartial overview of the state of American journalism and news-gathering in the 21st century, with a special focus on the rise--and meaning--of 'fake news'"--Amazon.

"This . . . book defines fake news and reveals the people behind the spread of disinformation. Readers will also glimpse the future of fake news and the . . . technologies used to make it, such as face-morphing technology. This book will help readers navigate the . . . world of fake news"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the notion of fake news, defining the term as referring to two trends--websites proliferating partially or wholly fictitious stories that get shared to millions through social media; and the term being used to attack the legitimate news media in order to cast them in a negative light. Offers readers advice on how to spot fake news and what to do to stop its spread.