The development of computer-based technology has dramatically altered the researching stage of journalism. The most important use of computers in Journalisms is described as Computer Assisted reporting or CAR. The term is used to describe the application of computers to gather information and data for reporting purposes. The implementation of CAR techniques has opened new possibilities for journalists, enabling them to analyse, understand, follow up and report on stories that would be unapproachable without such technology. To be succeed in today’s newsrooms, journalists must strive to use CAR techniques in conjunction with good journalism. They must be prepared to ask probing questions, double check information find appropriate sources and write well. Written for a new generation of journalists, this book describes the art and science of computer assisted reporting. It gives expert guidance and all the tools needed to successfully investigate and report on newsworthy events with the help of cutting-edge computer-assisted reporting technologies. The clear, easy-to-understand explanations of practical and theoretical information and extensive coverage of real world examples of computer assisted reporting will make this book enjoyable and incredibly informative.
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