Research Guides: Journalism Resources: Find Websites

Recommended Websites

These websites are great sources of additional information. They have been reviewed by us, so you know they are trustworthy.

Journalism Explained
The San Diego Union Tribune explains real news vs. fake news, news vs. opinion, how they check for fairness, and more.
NewseumED
Free resources to cultivate the First Amendment and media literacy skills essential to civic life.
Searchlights and Sunglasses
This digital, interactive book by Eric Newton is presented as a website and provides "field notes from the digital age of journalism."
American Journalism Review
American Journalism Review is a national magazine that covers all aspects of print, television, radio and online media.
Broadcast Media and Journalism Career Guide
Job descriptions and information such as daily activities, skill requirements, salary and training required compiled by the Vocational Information Center.
Investigative Reporters and Editors
Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc. is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of investigative reporting.
Journalism and Mass Communication Resources
Resources compiled for support of academic journalism departments and professional journalists from the University of Iowa.
Journalism.org
The Pew Research Center's Project for Excellence in Journalism is dedicated to trying to understand the information revolution.

The broadcast industry is served by a number of professional assocations and organizations.

Broadcast Education Association (BEA)
BEA is the professional association for professors, industry professionals and students who are interested in teaching and research related to electronic media and multimedia enterprises.
College Broadcasters, Inc. (CBI)
CBI represents students involved in radio, television, webcasting and other related media ventures; ensures a commitment to education and the student pursuit of excellence through active involvement in electronic media; promotes cooperative efforts between the association and other national, regional, and state media organizations
National Alliance of State Broadcasting Associations (NASBA)
NASBA is comprised of the state broadcast associations which represent radio and television stations in the fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. NASBA is a non-profit organization and is a professional alliance formed for the enhancement and improvement of its members' professional development.
National Association of Broadcasters (NAB)
Premier trade association for broadcasters. NAB advances the interests of its members in federal government, industry and public affairs; improves the quality and profitability of broadcasting; encourages content and technology innovation; and spotlights the important and unique ways stations serve their communities
Broadcast Media Associations List
Source: Boogar Lists
Public Media Organizations
Source: Corporation for Public Broadcasting

The Internet is an important tool, but you need to remember:

Anyone can develop a website on any topic they choose, regardless of their authority.
The Internet does not have:
- Standards for publishing
- A review process to check for accuracy
- Prompts for removing outdated information

The CRAAP test is a useful tool for evaluating websites. Seriously!