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ASBPE Virtual Roundtable highlights: Performance analysis required when addressing fact-checking dilemmas; accuracy snafus could create competitive distress

Posted on March 27, 2015 | by Howard Rauch

“How does an editorial manager incorporate fact-checking when a large team of editors is spread thin? Some brands just have one editor producing monthly print magazines, real-time coverage for the brand site, twice-daily e-newsletters, etc. Often original content … read more

SPJ uses 17 factors in revised ethics code to define ‘seek truth and report it’ mandate

Posted on September 10, 2014 | by Howard Rauch

Nashville, TN — “Seek Truth and Report It” — a long-time vital element in most newspaper codes of ethics — has been redefined in terms of 21st century ethical challenges by the Society of Professional Journalists. After months … read more

From in-depth analysis to practical advice, Steve Ward’s MediaMorals.org has it all

Posted on September 10, 2014 | by Howard Rauch

Halifax, N. S., Canada – July was a banner month for anyone interested in following the latest trends in editorial ethics. That’s when noted educator and media ethicist Stephen J.A. Ward went live with MediaMorals.org. Mixing thoughtful analysis … read more

What to include in your native ad policy? For ideas, check out PRSA’s new advisory

Posted on September 10, 2014 | by Howard Rauch

New York — Some alert B2B publishers have created policies covering sponsored-content procedures – a smart move, considering the ethical confusion that surrounds native advertising programs. And surprising as it may seem, good ideas for designing the policies … read more

Exploding editorial workload is creating plagiarism crisis; lack of training and modern technology share the blame: Plagiarism Today’s Jonathan Bailey

Posted on September 10, 2014 | by Howard Rauch

At one time or another, most B2B editors have encountered a plagiarism problem. But things are bound to get worse, predicts acknowledged plagiarism authority Jonathan Bailey. His recent blog describing “The Looming Plagiarism Crisis” is must reading. The … read more

Confine editor marketing involvement to senior staff, says Harry McCracken

Posted on September 10, 2014 | by Howard Rauch

B2B top brass can involve editors in marketing activity without undermining integrity concerns. However, they should confine such so-called “dark side” projects to senior level staff. … read more

What’s your most challenging ethical dilemma when it comes to news section management?

Posted on September 10, 2014 | by Howard Rauch

Here are seven conflicts that top my list. When time allows, please add some of your own experiences. … read more

ASBPE Ethics Update: It’s Official! ‘Native Advertising’ Is ‘Journalism’s New Peril’

Posted on October 13, 2013 | by ASBPE Staff

By Howard Rauch Last month saw some dubious recognition heaped upon “native advertising.” First a New York Times article appearing in the Business Day section bore this headline: “Storytelling Ads May be Journalism’s New Peril.” And before the … read more

Ethics Update: In The 21st Century, ‘Truth’ Retains Status As Key Ethics Guidepost For Journalists . . . Maybe?

Posted on August 28, 2013 | by ASBPE Staff

By Howard Rauch In the 20th Century, “truth” was a key guidepost emphasized in most journalism organization ethics codes. Back then, the usual accompanying tenets were independence, minimize harm and accountability. But the 21st Century has brought digital … read more

ASBPE Ethics Code Revisions Clarify Editor’s Marketing Role

Posted on July 18, 2013 | by ASBPE Staff

By Howard Rauch “How can I reorganize the role of the editors to focus more on revenue generation? How is that possible without crossing the line between editorial and advertising, which already is blurred by more advertorials, cover … read more

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