What News Media Look for in an Expert Source

Abstract: A panel of expert reporters discusses what determines the news value of a story, what news media look for in an expert source, and the differences between long form and spot news.

Title: What News Media Look for in an Expert Source
Moderator: Nancy Benson
Department of Journalism, UIUC
Speakers: Jean Garner
Al Jazeera-English, Washington DC
Jim Paul
IGPA, formerly Associated Press
Ash-har Quarishi
WTTW Television News, Chicago

Description: A panel of expert reporters discusses what determines the news value of a story, what news media look for in an expert source, and the differences between long form and spot news.
Sponsor: Center for Global Studies
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