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