Debate over print vs. electronic journalism

This bulletin board discussion does more to describe and explain the future of journalism and the print vs. electronic debate than anything I've seen. Lots of knowledgeable, opinionated people make for a fun read.

It's not the technology, stupid

It's the mindset and culture of social networking that attracts people, and keeps them engaged, not the technology per se. This article explores the rapidly accelerating trend of adults toward social networking.

How the news media can engage the young

The Obama election has proven that young people can be engaged in politics in a way never thought possible. Will the same be said in the future about the news media? Read one perspective here.

The freelance life

Ah, it's great to see CNN validate the freelance writing life. In an economic slowdown, in particular, this is a fine career option. Click here for the story.

What is journalism?

Good article from Columbia Journalism Review, titled “The bigger tent: Forget who is a journalist. The important question is, what is journalism?"

Out of the gate

Greetings. This blog will be used to post announcements, information, links and other hot stuff for student of my NMC302 class on reporting. Stay tuned.