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The Principles, Features and Techniques of Data Journalism

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  • Olga Kalatzi
  • Charalampos Bratsas
  • Andreas Veglis

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Digital and computational technology is steadily developing and continually bringing changes in the field of journalism, which faces a major crisis, as people¡¯s trust in the media continues to decrease. This paper studies the subject of data journalism which is increasing in popularity and is considered to be at the forefront of these changes. This kind of journalism may be a way to re-establish and strengthen journalism¡¯s value, as well as to reassure its sustainability. Datasets, tools, policies on Freedom of Information and transparency and professionals become constantly available for data journalism to flourish. However, there are still many challenges along with skepticism and confusion around its role and value in the field. In the near future, data journalism seems to gain more trust by the news organization and the public, as both start to comprehend its potentials.

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  • Olga Kalatzi & Charalampos Bratsas & Andreas Veglis, 2018. "The Principles, Features and Techniques of Data Journalism," Studies in Media and Communication, Redfame publishing, vol. 6(2), pages 36-44, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:rfa:smcjnl:v:6:y:2018:i:2:p:36-44
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    1. Frédérik Lesage & Robert A. Hackett, 2014. "Between Objectivity and Openness—The Mediality of Data for Journalism," Media and Communication, Cogitatio Press, vol. 2(2), pages 42-54.
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    1. Andreas Veglis & Theodora Saridou & Kosmas Panagiotidis & Christina Karypidou & Efthimis Kotenidis, 2022. "Applications of Big Data in Media Organizations," Social Sciences, MDPI, vol. 11(9), pages 1-13, September.

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      Keywords

      data-driven journalism; definition; process; value; data; the open data movement;
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      JEL classification:

      • R00 - Urban, Rural, Regional, Real Estate, and Transportation Economics - - General - - - General
      • Z0 - Other Special Topics - - General

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