Journalism Practice and Critical Reflexivity

Journalism Practice and Critical Reflexivity responds to the crisis of mission and credibility in journalism studies by offering new approaches and models for critically reflexive journalism research, practice, and education. It proposes reciprocity as a core value to guide investigative and news journalism and is relevant to scholars, practitioners, researchers, and post-graduate students interested in these fields.

Format: Hardback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 14 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Journalism Practice and Critical Reflexivity is a comprehensive response to the crisis of mission and credibility in journalism studies, particularly in the context of online and social media. It offers a theoretical framework and practical approaches to address these challenges and foster critical reflexivity in journalism research, practice, and education. The book draws upon various theoretical frameworks, including Pierre Bourdieu's reflexive sociology and the analytical, practice-based, reflective, and narrative techniques of Donald Schön. By employing these approaches, the book aims to provide potential solutions to the crises of purpose and legitimacy in Western corporate journalism, as well as to facilitate transformation.

In the face of increasing pressure on journalists working in mainstream media, the book explores the possibility of either slowing down journalism or integrating elements of a more reflexive practice alongside routine practices. It advocates for reciprocity as a core value to guide investigative and news journalism. This approach recognizes the importance of engaging with communities, seeking multiple perspectives, and critically analyzing the information presented.

The book is relevant to scholars and practitioners of journalism, researchers and post-graduate students interested in journalism, critical reflexivity, and reflective practice in related disciplines. It provides valuable insights and techniques that can be applied to their own research and teaching endeavors. Additionally, journalists, criminologists, and individuals concerned with Indigenous deaths in custody, prisons, the institutional duty of care, social and/or legal justice, and effective government administration will find the study rewarding as it sheds light on important issues and offers practical solutions.

Weight: 580g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138603035