How to write an op-ed or column - The Journalist's Resource
WEBJan 28, 2013 · Every successful op-ed piece or column must have a clearly defined topic and theme. The topic is the person, place, issue, incident or thing that is the primary focus of the column. The topic is usually stated in the first paragraph. The theme is the big, overarching idea of the column.
How does social media use influence political participation and …
WEBOct 18, 2015 · The study’s key findings include: Among all of the factors examined, 82% showed a positive relationship between SNS use and some form of civic or political engagement or participation. Still, only half of the relationships found were statistically significant. The strongest effects could be seen in studies that …
Code of ethics of the Society of Professional Journalists
WEBMar 30, 2009 · Professional integrity is the cornerstone of a journalist’s credibility. Members of the Society share a dedication to ethical behavior and adopt this code to declare the Society’s principles and standards of practice. Seek truth and report it. Journalists should be honest, fair and courageous in gathering, reporting and interpreting ...
School uniforms: Do they really improve student achievement, …
WEBApr 20, 2018 · Yeung, Ryan. Educational Policy, 2009, Vol. 23. doi: 10.1177/0895904808330170. Abstract: “One of the most common proposals put forth for reform of the American system of education is to require school uniforms. Proponents argue that uniforms can make schools safer and also improve school attendance and increase student achievement.
Associated Press style basics - The Journalist's Resource
WEBMay 7, 2009 · The basics of Associated Press style from Boston University's College of Communications. The Associated Press was founded more than 150 years ago and now has thousands of employees working in more than a hundred countries for a readership that numbers in the millions. AP style is designed to address the …
Race, ethnicity and identity in America: Research roundup
WEBJun 16, 2015 · Below is a selection of research on race, ethnicity and identity in the United States. ————————-. Harris, Bryn; Ravert, Russell D.; Sullivan, Amanda L. Urban Education, March 2015. doi: 10.1177/0042085915574527. Abstract: “This mixed-methods study focused on adolescents who rejected conventional singular racial/ethnic ...
Copyright-free images: How to find free photos and graphics
WEBAug 15, 2016 · After searching for your keyword, look beneath the search bar and click on: “Search tools”. “Usage rights”. Select “labeled for reuse,” or one of the other options as applicable. After you select an image, click “Visit page”. Now, images that appear will be generally free to use; some will require attribution.
Public defenders, attorney quality and trial outcomes: Research on ...
WEBMay 14, 2014 · Know Your Research Tip sheets and explainers to help journalists understand academic research methods; find and recognize high-quality research; investigate scientific misconduct and research errors; and avoid missteps when reporting on new studies and public opinion polls; Email Newsletter. Subscribe. It’s free! Sign up for our free newsletter! You’ll receive a weekly update of important ...
What's tribal sovereignty and what does it mean for Native …
WEBJul 18, 2021 · Tribal sovereignty also is a political status recognized by the federal government, protected by the U.S. Constitution and treaties made generations ago, and upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court. Although the concept might seem relatively straightforward, there has been considerable disagreement between Indigenous groups and American government ...
Lobbying, special interests and “buying” influence: What research …
WEBSep 4, 2014 · The notion of a government “by the people, for the people” is one of the bedrock concepts of American democracy, but the reality is that policy outcomes are often influenced by a wide range of factors, not merely the candidates whom voters select to represent them on Election Day. “Special interests” and lobbyists are often derided for their perceived distortion of the democratic ...