Tips for journalists working with math, statistics: A list of key resources
A 2016 list of math-related resources for media professionals of various experience and backgrounds.
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Mental health benefits of outdoor adventures on young adults
Adolescents and young adults are spending less time outdoors and more time glued to screens—computer, TV, tablet and cell phones, according to numerous studies. A 2015 Australian study published in
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Getting started with data visualization: A quick primer to jump-start the process
2016 tip sheet on using visualization software and applications to create charts, maps and other visual or interactive storytelling elements.
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Covering the financial markets intelligently
Overview of how to write stories about the markets, including stocks, bonds and more
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Syllabus: Critical thinking, ethics and knowledge-based practice in visual media
Fifteen-week course that gives aspiring visual journalists the opportunity to hone critical-thinking skills and devise strategies for addressing multimedia reporting’s ethical concerns.
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Writing about a research study: Good examples of using scholarship in reporting
2015 roundup of studies and related news articles that provide material for studying and improving techniques and approaches to writing about research.
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Statistical terms used in research studies: A primer for media
From “sample” to “confounding variables,” a compilation of useful statistical concepts with which journalism students and working journalists should be familiar.
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Tools for verifying and assessing the validity of social media and user-generated content
2015 Overview of tools that can help journalists assess the reliability of materials generated by users and diffused through social media
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Eight questions to ask when interpreting academic studies: A primer for media
Scholarly research is a great source for rigorous, unbiased information, but making judgments about its quality can be difficult. Here are some important questions to ask when reading studies.
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How to find an expert and tap research networks on deadline: Tips on Google Scholar and Microsoft Academic Search
Review of how to use Google Scholar and Microsoft Academic Search in order to locate and leverage networks of scholarly experts.
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