Bacj 276:Online Journalism Question Paper
Bacj 276:Online Journalism
Course:Communication And Journalism
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2013
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER 2013 (EVENING) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 276
UNIT TITLE : ONLINE JOURNALISM
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question one and any other two questions
Question One
For your online stories to sell, they must have well crafted headlines and summaries as well as an outstanding ability to hold readers’ attention. Discuss how you would achieve this as an online journalist. (30 marks)
Question Two
Using clear illustrations, discuss challenges affecting the practice of online journalism in Kenya. (20 Marks)
Question Three
As much as Internet Freedom is advocated for the world over there are various regulatory mechanisms imposed on online journalists by new organizations. Discuss some of these mechanisms (20 Marks)
Question Four
The study and appreciation of online journalism equips you with knowledge and skills that you can utilize for self employment initiatives as a young journalist. Discuss with illustrations. (20 marks)
Question Five
Do you think traditional journalism is bound to become extinct due to the prevalence of online journalism? Discuss your answer with clear illustrations. (20 Marks)
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