Data Journalism and the Regeneration of News

Data Journalism and the Regeneration of News explores the emergence of data journalism as a subspecialty, cultivated by professional identities, tools, technologies, educational opportunities, and collaboration. It identifies how data journalism is responding to crises and shocks, such as digitalization, mis- and dis-information, and participatory audiences, and highlights how journalists in well-resourced newsrooms are addressing issues of trust and credibility to advance their professional interests.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 124 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Data Journalism and the Regeneration of News delves into the evolution of data journalism, shedding light on its emergence as a distinct field driven by the convergence of various factors. Through a scholarly lens, the book explores the growth of data journalism as a specialized domain, nurtured and sustained by a growing community of professional identities, tools, technologies, educational opportunities, and innovative forms of collaboration and computational thinking.

The authors' comprehensive analysis is based on five years of in-depth field research, primarily conducted in Canada, a mature media system serving as a valuable case study. The book identifies how data journalism's development has been influenced by its central role in responding to multiple crises and shocks that have impacted journalism, including digitalization, concerns about mis- and disinformation, and the rise of increasingly engaged audiences. It highlights how data journalists, particularly in well-resourced newsrooms, are adept at addressing issues of trust and credibility, advancing their professional interests and playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of journalism.

In this regard, the book introduces a novel perspective to the study of digital journalism, offering valuable insights for researchers, students, and educators alike. By examining the strategic efforts of data journalists to modernize the discourse around methods and uphold the integrity of journalism, it contributes to a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of digital media.

Weight: 230g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032338583