Working with science: Constructive journalism as knowledge-based journalism

Journal: CASS Journal of Journalism and Communication

Issue: Spring

Pages: 113-116

Publisher: Chinese Academy of Social Sciences

Abstract:

As constructive journalism shifts the focus from what is the problem to what can be done to solve the problem, it will undoubtedly need to seek more ideas, perspectives and answers from natural and social sciences. Yet, integrating scientific evidence and perspectives into the news is historically not a strong part of journalism, due in part to many journalistic misunderstandings about science and its authority. With illustrative cases and examples from both developing and developed nations, this short commentary will identify key areas where such misunderstandings should and could be mitigated for the sake of a strong knowledge-based and solution-focused journalism.

Source: Manual