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 1ST TRIMESTER 2013 (EVENING) 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 two others
Question One
Explain how you would carry out an effective information search for an investigative story from the internet.
(20 marks)
Define:
Online communities.
(5 marks)
Search engine.
(5 marks)
Question Two
What criteria would you use to evaluate effectiveness of a search engine? Explain with examples. (20 marks)
Question Three
Identify any six ethical issues affecting investigative journalists who heavily rely on Internet sources. (20 marks)
Question Four
Is online information reliable? Give reasons for your answer. (20 marks)
Question Five
Blogs and Chartrooms can be exploited fruitfully for investigative research. Discuss (20 marks)
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