What is the role of journalism in today’s network society?

What is the role of journalism in today’s network society? Order Description Reflective Essay Topic Question: What is the role of journalism in today’s network society? Details of task: Using the reading and references attached write a reflective essay (op-ed) in response to the Topic question. In making the argument, please should consider some of the challenges faced by journalism today, such as changing technologies, pressures on journalistic ethics and objectivity, convergence in media ownership, regulation and policy, changing notions of “professional values’’ – or any other issue of your choice. How do you see these pressures impacting on journalism? What will the future look like? Ensure the topic question is answered and offer a credible argument with compelling examples. Word limit: 800 words and Citations Bibliography (at least six sources including the prescribed reading and media examples) Presentation requirements: Formal essay conventions are still required including a lucid introduction, a conclusion summarizing the issues, and appropriate citations and a bibliography. The content should demonstrate Demonstrated engagement and understanding for the readings and research listed * A coherent and convincing argument supported by compelling evidence. * Scholarship (knowledge of the relevant academic literature) * Rigour, adequacy and insight in any empirical account. * Ability to apply theoretical argument to empirical phenomena. * Effective use of written sources. * Clarity and strength of the argument presented. * Presentation of written work (references, bibliography, literary style). * The essay will also be an example of Scholarship Essay structure Example Situated work within academic and media contexts Depth of analysis and compelling examples Research Reference reading list and documents attached Reference to further research Reference to convincing media examples Argument Structure of argument Persuasiveness of argument Expression Clarity of prose Grammar, spelling, punctuation Citations Bibliography (at least six sources including the prescribed reading and media example