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1. Interesting-action lead

A journalistic standard that requires content to be correct.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

2. Fake news

A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A journalistic standard that requires content to be correct.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

3. Drone journalism

A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A journalistic standard that requires content to be correct.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

4. Accuracy

A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A journalistic standard that requires content to be correct.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

5. Lite-brite

A story that lacks consequence or value but amuses and entertains readers.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

6. First Amendment

The first of 10 amendments outlined in the Bill of Rights. It guarantees freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom to peaceably assemble, freedom to petition the government for redress of grievances and freedom of religion.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.

7. Impact

One of the five key interest elements. This element emphasizes the degree to which the information will affect the audience members. It can be measured quantitatively and qualitatively.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.

8. Stereotype

A mental shortcut used to eliminate higher level thought processes. This can be problematic when applied to social or interpersonal situations.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.

9. Personality profile

A feature story that explores the life of an individual through in-depth reporting and observation.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.

10. Zoom

A camera technique that closes in on the subject of the shot to make that person or thing appear increasingly larger.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.

11. Utilitarianism

See principle of utility.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.

12. Principle of utility

A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.An ethical standard that attempts to create the largest overall benefit through the minimization of harm or the maximizing of gain, regardless of the impact on specific individuals involved in the dilemma.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.

13. Post

A bit of information placed on a blog or social networking site.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

14. Dead art

A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A negative term used to describe photos that lack people, action or interaction. A photograph of a storefront or a plot of land would be an example of dead art.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.

15. Conflict of interest

A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A situation in which an individual has competing and incompatible interests.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

16. Wipe

The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A transition technique in video editing in which one shot replaces the other in a left-to-right movement across the frame. This form of transition is rarely appropriate for news coverage.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.

17. Nut graph

Occasionally spelled “nut graf,” this chunk of information sits directly between the anecdotal opening of a narrative story and the remainder of the body. Its purpose is to tell the readers what the story will explain and why the story matters to them.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.

18. Breaking news

The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.An event that takes place without prior notice and requires journalistic coverage. Fires, robberies and shootings fit into this category.

19. Child Online Protection Act

A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A federal law passed in 1998 that attempted to restrict online access by minors to material seen as harmful. The law was struck down over time, with a final defeat occurring in 2009.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

20. Inverted pyramid

A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A format of journalistic writing in which information is provided in descending order of importance. The higher a fact is in the copy, the more valuable the writer thinks it is.

21. Negligence

The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A standard of fault in libel cases that requires the plaintiff to show only that the publisher of the content did not make reasonable efforts to prevent the libelous activity. This is a standard used for private individuals in libel suits, and it is easier to prove than actual malice.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.

22. Conceptual beat

The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.An area of news coverage based on more ethereal concepts, such as multiculturalism or data-driven journalism.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.

23. Event lead

A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A lead format used to highlight important aspects of a meeting, a speech, a news conference or another gathering. These should highlight the action of the event (the board voted to do X), as opposed to the existence of the event (the board held a meeting).

24. Cut

The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.A sharp transition from one shot to the next shot in video.

25. Verification

A process of checking information to solidify its veracity.A form of summary lead in which the author relies on the value of the “what” to draw readers into the story. These are used when oddity, conflict or impact is a key interest element in a piece of copy.A term that emerged in the mid-2010s to describe content that is purposefully false in hopes of drawing audience members through partisan ideology or shocking headlines. It is also used to describe content that individuals dislike in an attempt to discredit the material.The use of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to collect video and/or audio.

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