Bacj 253:Investigative Research On The Internet Question Paper
Bacj 253:Investigative Research On The Internet
Course:Communication And Journalism
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER 2012 (DAY) EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION & JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 253
UNIT TITLE : INVESTIGATIVE RESARCH ON THE INTERNET
TIME : 2 HOURS
Instructions: Answer Question ONE and any other TWO.
Question One
Define the following terminologies.
(10 Marks)
The internet
Search Method
Hyperlink
TCP/IP
LAN
With illustrations, discuss the impact of the internet and www on the way news is gathered, written and disseminated.
(20 Marks)
Question Two
Describe how any THREE types of search engines work.
(15 Marks)
Outline FIVE factors you would consider when choosing the best search engine to use for a given research.
(5 Marks)
Question Three
What is an information search strategy?
(2 Marks)
With illustrations, describe the key components of an effective online information search strategy.
(18 Marks)
Question Four
List and explain briefly TEN skills/techniques that an investigative journalist needs to carry out an effective internet research. (20 Marks)
Question Five
It is vital to evaluate online websites before referencing them for an investigative story. Outline a ten-point criteria that you can use to carry out such an evaluation. (20 Marks)
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