1. Future of the Media
April 26, 2016

2. Past and Present Changes in 1950s-1990s continued professionalization
more “adversarial” relationship
politicians’ personal lives
Broader definition of news
economic changes
Positive and negative evaluations

3. Effect of internet Weaker boundaries
on-the-spot reporting
Stories spread by , social media
Development of automated systems for searching, recommending
Measurement of audience
Results—weaker role for “gatekeepers”

4. Possible effects on society
Pessimistic
People can get information from sources that reflect their views, avoid exposure to others
Result: more conflict
Optimistic
Exposure to a wider range of views, especially on social media

5. Informing the public Routine news New role of journalists
Organizational change
Specialists
Web-based media
Value of organizations