IJNet Blog

New platforms automate photo verification

5/8/13

by Margaret Looney

Verifying photos is a vital practice. But increasingly, when it's not possible to confirm with someone on the ground, a machine can help.

A journalist's guide to digital security: how to encrypt documents

5/7/13

by Jorge Luis Sierra

A leading investigative reporter and media trainer explains why it's essential for journalists to encrypt their documents and shows how easy it is to do.

Reporting tips and story ideas for coverage of vaccines

5/6/13

by Jessica Weiss

Reporting on infectious disease prevention and immunization is a key part of global health coverage. Here are a few ways to bring fresh perspectives to your stories.

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Keeping online newsrooms sustainable in the developing world

5/3/13

by Margaret Looney

Media Frontiers offers secure hosting and advertising services for independent sites in hostile publishing environments.

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Three ways to more accurately report public opinion

5/2/13

by Lindsay Kalter

It's tempting for journalists to rely on public opinion polls when gauging political sentiment, especially when the results yield catchy headlines. But there are other ways to more accurately measure public perception.

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How journalists and newsrooms can adapt to digital disruption

5/1/13

by Lindsay Kalter

Here are a few tips for thriving in a constantly shifting media landscape.

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Notable Data Journalism Awards finalists from around the globe

4/29/13

by Margaret Looney

Chosen from more than 300 applications, the finalists represent the movers and shakers in data-driven journalism.

Online platform Newsmodo connects freelancers and newsrooms

4/29/13

by Margaret Looney

A new platform lets freelancers sell written content, photos and video directly to newsrooms and pick up assignments via a mobile app.

The Data Journalism Handbook is now available in Spanish

4/26/13 by Florencia Coelho

The free resource, authored by experts in using data for reporting, is now available in Spanish.

New digital map tracks attacks on journalists and bloggers

4/25/13

by Jorge Luis Sierra

In Mexico, where more than 80 journalists have been killed since 2005, a new map offers a safer way to report attacks.

Argentina’s La Nación newspaper launches application to examine census data

4/23/13 by Sandra Crucianelli

Census information in Argentina isn't just for demographers and bureaucrats any longer.

Advice for succeeding as a freelance journalist

4/22/13

by Lindsay Kalter

Freelancing comes with benefits such as autonomy and flexibility, but the fluid nature of the work can be challenging for many journalists.

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Measure social media impact with Facebook Insights and TweetReach

4/22/13

by Margaret Looney

Readers are more likely to find your stories by clicking a link from social media than by visiting your homepage. Here's how to find out more about who is reaching your content via Facebook and Twitter.

Elite bloggers experiment with publishing, advertising models

4/19/13

by Margaret Looney

Andrew Sullivan, Maria Popova, Andrew Ross Sorkin and Tim Ferriss discuss monetization, advertising, partnerships and going it alone.

Expanding the boundaries of digital storytelling

4/18/13 by Mariano Blejman

Data-Driven Documents is a powerful tool for creating complex visuals and interactive designs.

Niche blog thrives by targeting underserved audiences

4/17/13

by James Breiner

A blog by and for small business owners shows how a niche publication can attract a large following by sticking to what its audience needs.

How the media used social media, digital tools to cover the Boston Marathon explosions

4/16/13

by Margaret Looney

The Boston Marathon bombing posed a series of challenges for journalists, who turned to social media and online tools to report the scene and its aftermath.

How to use callouts for reporting

4/15/13

by Jessica Weiss

Learn how to engage readers in the newsgathering process using callouts – simple, free questionnaires created with Google Docs.

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Four pitfalls to avoid when reporting on science

4/15/13

by Lindsay Kalter

Too many journalists just scratch the surface when covering science – or shy away from science-based subjects entirely. Here are some common mistakes to avoid.