History of American Journalism
Discussion & Essay Questions
Available to teachers only as part of the Teaching History of Journalism in AmericaTeacher Pass
Teaching History of Journalism in America Teacher Pass includes:
- Assignments & Activities
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- Discussion & Essay Questions
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- Related Readings in Literature & History
Sample of Discussion & Essay Questions
- How critical is objectivity to the newspaper?
- Do newspapers have a responsibility to provide balanced accounts? Why or why not?
- Are they public or private enterprises?
- Why should a private enterprise be expected to exercise public responsibilities?
- Have the courts properly defined the guarantees of the First Amendment?
- Does the press have enough freedom to operate? Too much freedom? Explain.