10 Newsroom Lessons We Learned in 2019
1. Build trust by using an “Explain Your Process” box. Audience trust is key to a newsroom’s success. But in this era of “fake news” and fading confidence in the media, it can be difficult to earn. We worked with Trusting News to show that adding a box that helps… Read More
CME Releases 2016 Annual Report
The Center for Media Engagement has released its 2016 Annual Report, which outlines the project’s research and accomplishments from last year. Highlights of the report include: CME released 10 research reports on issues facing the news industry. These reports cover topics such as… Read More
The State of Science Reporting in Today’s Di...
A survey of journalists and scientists to better understand their experiences in the production of science news. Read More
Catch Us at ICA ’23
Attending ICA ’23? Don’t miss these presentations from our Center for Media Engagement researchers. Read More
The News Philadelphians Use: Analyzing the Local M...
Understanding the needs of local news audiences is essential for a healthy media ecosystem. And before newsrooms can take steps toward meeting these needs, it’s crucial that they understand how people interact with local news, what issues they find important, and what communities feel underrepresented. Read More
Sprinting Towards Publication
Now that social media sites like Twitter allow news to spread like wildfire, journalists have been feeling more pressure than ever to get their stories published in accordance with stricter deadlines in an effort to compete against other media organizations. However, many wonder whether this competitive race to be the… Read More
Making Newsworthiness Decisions in Solidarity
What makes a story newsworthy? Solidarity reporting moves away from novelty & elite involvement, and toward ongoing issues & community cohesion. Read More
Polarized Information Ecosystems and Encrypted Mes...
The Center for Media Engagement examined: How are encrypted messaging apps (EMAs) relevant for propagandists and/or activists in Egypt, Ethiopia, and Libya? How do these platforms fit into the existing (dis-)information landscape? Read More
Testimony: “A Growing Threat: The Impact of ...
Testimony of Samuel Woolley, Ph.D. for Congressional hearing "A Growing Threat: The Impact of Disinformation Targeted at Communities of Color." Read More