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:2013
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 3''RD ''TRIMESTER 2013 (FT) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 253
UNIT TITLE : INVESTIGATIVE RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Question ONE and ANY Other TWO
Question One
Use of the online information without careful discretion can be disastrous to an investigative journalist. Discuss the validity of this statement. (30marks)
Question Two
Chatrooms, blogs, Facebook, Twitter and other social networking sites can be utilized extensively for investigative research. Discuss. (20marks)
Question Three
Explain a suitable criteria that you can use to evaluate effectiveness of a search
engine. (20marks)
Question Four
Discuss any FIVE ethical issues that can adversely affect an investigative journalist who heavily relies on internet sources. (20marks)
Question Five
Explain the SIX main steps of an effective online information search strategy.
(20marks)
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