Journalist's Resource
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Type of site | Educational Resource |
|---|---|
| Available in | English |
| Owner | Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy |
| Commercial | No |
| Registration | Optional |
| Current status | Active |
Journalist's Resource is an online database aimed at providing journalists, educators, and the general public with research on important public policy issues. The website is managed by the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy, which is part of the Harvard Kennedy School at Harvard University. The primary goal of Journalist's Resource is to bridge the gap between journalism and academia by making scholarly research accessible and understandable to a broader audience.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Journalist's Resource curates scholarly studies and reports, offering summaries that highlight key findings, methodologies, and implications. The topics covered are wide-ranging, including but not limited to economics, health care, environment, politics, and education. Each summary also typically includes a link to the original study, allowing users to explore the research in more detail.
Purpose and Impact[edit | edit source]
The main purpose of Journalist's Resource is to provide journalists with reliable and credible sources of information that can enhance the quality of their reporting. By doing so, the website also aims to improve public understanding of complex issues and promote informed citizenship. The resource is particularly valuable in an era of misinformation, where verifying facts and understanding the context of data is crucial.
Usage[edit | edit source]
Journalists, educators, and students are the primary users of Journalist's Resource. The website is also useful for researchers and policymakers who are interested in the latest studies and their implications for public policy. Users can access the resources for free, although some content may require registration.
Reception[edit | edit source]
Journalist's Resource has been recognized for its contribution to journalism and education. It is frequently recommended in journalism courses and workshops as a tool for enhancing research and reporting skills.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy
- Harvard Kennedy School
- Fact-checking
- Public policy
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