Problem: As you do the readings and view the multimedia material, think about what challenges and opportunities arise from the transformation in news gathering and reporting made possible by the internet and in the proliferation of easy access to information.
Given the many changes in the news media over the last 15 years or so, as outlined in the readings, what does the future of news look like now, and is there anything can we do (as individuals or on a larger scale) to ensure a more positive outlook?
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