DB #12 Media Ethics
Discussion Board #12 Due – Sunday by 11:59pm
- Minimum 1 paragraph per question but you can always write more.
- Reply to at least two classmate’s posts. Your replies to others need to be thorough and reflect thought and effort (at least 1 paragraph).
- Grammar, spelling, proper capitalization and punctuation are required in every post and reply.
- Refer to the Netiquette guide to discussion board posts & replies in your syllabus.
- No credit will be given to any late Discussion Board posts or replies.
Media Ethics
1. Who is Kevin Carter (photojournalist) and what is he know for? (You can do your own research or use the articles posted below)
2. What ethical controversy surrounds one of his pictures? Name the picture and describe the controversy.
3. Do you agree with his actions? Were his actions justified? Were they ethical?
4. Would you have handled the situation differently? If so, how?
5. What if it meant the result would be different and the impetus for aid for the region would not have existed? Is it justifiable to not intervene if it brings greater awareness to a problem or issue?
Movie to watch if you are interested in learning more : The Bang Bang Club
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