Journalism & Mass Communication
It was Napoleon who said, “Four hostile newspapers are more to be feared than a thousand bayonets”
Military leaders seem to believe it to this day. They have tried to control the media’s coverage of their wars.
Based on what you saw and heard in class, and/or what you can learn on your own, explain why governments impose censorship or other limitations on the media in times of war.
In a free and democratic society, do you think it’s right to impose military censorship? Or do you think journalists should have no limitations on what they report? Or is there a reasonable compromise between those two extremes? Support your position. Wherever possible, use real examples
30% of the mark will be allocated to HOW YOU COMMUNICATE. Generally that means…
– spelling
– grammar
– flow
– organization
– focus
– clarity
70% will be allocated to the CONTENT OF YOUR ARGUMENT. Generally that means….
– meeting stated requirements of the assignment
– use of information from the class
– well supported and explained opinion / position
– full consideration of issues
– implication of issues
