Social Media
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Which of the following is listed as a platform included in the definition of social media?
View answer and explanationWhat is the recommended approach for news organizations when teasing content on social media?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following is NOT listed as a way social media can be used by news organizations?
View answer and explanationWhat ethical consideration is mentioned regarding the use of photos and videos from social media in news broadcasts?
View answer and explanationWho was mentioned as an example of a public figure who quickly deleted old social media posts after a new appointment?
View answer and explanationWhat are the two types of polls that can be run on social media, as described in the text?
View answer and explanationWhat advice is given regarding the use of Facebook Live and similar apps for going live on a phone?
View answer and explanationWhat method is suggested for journalists to handle negative comments about them on social media?
View answer and explanationAccording to the 'Personal Pages Are Not Personal' section, what is the guiding principle for posting on social media?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following is something the author specifically advises against posting pictures or texts of on social media?
View answer and explanationWhat advice is given regarding posting about drinking alcohol?
View answer and explanationWhat is the author's advice on posting deep religious and political views?
View answer and explanationThe text warns that participating in what activity should make you 'think twice about seeking an on-camera job. Ever.'?
View answer and explanationWhat happened in 2016 regarding a private website for reporters?
View answer and explanationWhat is the recommended strategy if a journalist joins a private group for sharing stressful or funny industry-related content?
View answer and explanationAccording to the text, what is a key difference between a time-wasting fun poll and a useful one?
View answer and explanationWhy does the author suggest acting quickly to find social media content of a person who has done something newsworthy?
View answer and explanationThe text states that the one-way medium of television is over, enabled by social media. What does this now allow for?
View answer and explanationWhat is one of the listed uses of social media for journalists in the context of newsgathering?
View answer and explanationWhat is the author's advice regarding posting dark humor?
View answer and explanationThe text provides an example of a research poll conducted by KSL. What was the topic of this poll?
View answer and explanationWhat is the author's stance on journalists making jokes about people, groups, or organizations electronically?
View answer and explanationBesides researching people, what is another primary use of social media listed that involves audience interaction?
View answer and explanationWhat potential negative outcome of reading viewer feedback on air is mentioned?
View answer and explanationThe author gives a specific reason for not posting pictures of one's arsenal of weapons. What is this reason?
View answer and explanationWhat is an example of an 'extra feature' that social media allows a news organization to add that the newscast may not have time for?
View answer and explanationThe text describes the author's own reaction to Facebook Live notifications after the first few times. What was it?
View answer and explanationWhat does the author suggest can be a consequence of oversharing on social media, based on running into a friend in person?
View answer and explanationAccording to the text, what is one reason outlets have disabled comments on some or all of their stories?
View answer and explanationWhat is the author's advice regarding hunting and posting about it?
View answer and explanationWhich platform is NOT mentioned in the initial list of social media platforms provided in the chapter?
View answer and explanationWhat is one way news organizations can use social media to 'show the personal side' of their staff?
View answer and explanationThe text implies that when sourcing media of wanted criminals from their social media, you can often find what type of photos?
View answer and explanationWhat is the author's opinion on most morning shows reading viewers' Facebook feedback on the air?
View answer and explanationTo illustrate the consequences of not being discreet online, what search term does the author suggest Googling?
View answer and explanationThe author describes a specific negative comment he received following a story. What was the story about?
View answer and explanationWhat is the underlying benefit for news organizations improving the quality and regularity of their social media presence, such as going live on Facebook?
View answer and explanationWhat is the public status of Facebook, as mentioned in the context of researching people?
View answer and explanationThe text suggests that social media allows for 'some good exchanges of ideas' but also for what negative behavior?
View answer and explanationWhat is the core reason given for why journalists should be extremely careful about what they post online?
View answer and explanationWhat is the ultimate goal when news organizations use social media to tease content?
View answer and explanationBesides being a potential waste of time, what other issue is raised with a fun poll question like 'Do you like our warm weather?'?
View answer and explanationThe text gives a warning to outlets about Anthony Scaramucci's actions after being named White House Director of Communications. What would outlets that 'did not act quickly or preemptively' have missed?
View answer and explanationWhat is the author's core message about the permanence and privacy of electronic transmissions?
View answer and explanationWhat specific advice is given about using a professional working name on social media?
View answer and explanationWhat is the text's final reminder about life before social media, for those who find the guidelines too restrictive?
View answer and explanationWhat is the potential result of viewers posting crazy and inappropriate comments on a station's social media pages?
View answer and explanationThe chapter on Social Media is primarily focused on providing guidance to what group of people?
View answer and explanationWhen using social media to research people, the text notes that you can get their photos or videos. What reason is given for why this is possible on a platform like Facebook?
View answer and explanationWhat feeling might viewers have if a journalist uses live video notifications sparingly, as advised in the text?
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