Tag: COVID-19
A 2025 book list for contextualizing and reimagining coverage
As Trump assumes the presidency again, there’s no better time to look back at journalism’s history to understand the field’s faults and flaws.
How virtual and in-person events can grow collaborative revenue
And a template to plan your next virtual or in-person event.
Customization is key to a compelling sonification
Learn how to create your own story-driven sonification.
Breaking down myths of progressing “post-pandemic:” Careful COVID-19 reporting is still crucial
Here’s how to debunk common perceptions of the virus, where to find data, and why it remains an important equity issue.
Getting started with a gun violence prevention beat
Using a public health lens to guide the reporting is critical.
Addressing burnout in journalism means flexible shifts, more supportive culture — results of large-scale survey from RJI and SmithGeiger
The Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI) at the Missouri School of Journalism, in partnership with research firm SmithGeiger, today released the results of one of the largest surveys ever conducted on burnout in the journalism industry.
How journalists can help communities prepare for disasters
What does your community need to know?
The importance of using reverse image search tools to effectively combat misinformation, especially on sensitive topics
How to use these tools to detect fake or out-of-context images.
Reynolds Journalism Institute and SmithGeiger tackle burnout with industry-wide survey
COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 16, 2023) — The Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI) at the Missouri School of Journalism has partnered with respected research firm SmithGeiger for a groundbreaking survey to find solutions to burnout in the news industry.
Optimize your SEO with service journalism
The concept of “news you can use” is not new to media organizations. However, with the rising importance of search engine optimization, these stories play a key role in not only driving traffic to news websites, but helping news organizations serve their communities.