The 9th Media Monitor (or any of the bonuses not yet submitted) can be posted here, deadline Friday Nov. 6 at 5pm.
The department has no administrative staff at present – students will no longer be receiving weekly reminders of their assignments in the email (in the first place, they are expected to know what the weekly assignments are — being college students).
There will be no media monitor during the APEC holiday week Nov. 17-20 (to be fair to everyone) while the 50-point exam will push thru in the last class week. There will be no media monitor in the last class week to be fair to all examinees.
In sum, the media monitor posts will be open in the following two weeks: Nov. 3, today, the 9th media monitor, deadline Friday 5pm Nov. 6. Finally, the 10th media monitor will be open on Nov. 10, deadline Nov. 13. As stated, there will be no media monitor during the holiday week and during the last class week.
As stated repeatedly, the cramming of media monitor posts is not allowed. And, to be redundant, the objective of the exercise is to build the habit of regularly viewing or reading the news and other media content with a discerning eye. For students who posted more than one post in a week, the extra post was applied to the next week. For the student who crammed three bonus posts in the window for the 8th media monitor post: The two extra posts will be applied to the two weeks after the 8th media monitor week, i.e., this week and the next. (the 9th Nov. 3, and the 10th Nov. 10).
Also, in view of the APEC holiday week, we are constrained to move our schedule of presentations one week in advance. All topics starting from reporting on tragedies, conflict-reporting etc. etc. ending up to the ethical challenges in documentary filmmaking, inclusive (inclusive of all topics in between the start, reporting on tragedies, up to ethical challenges in docu filmmaking) will have to be presented this week — students who are not ready with their presentation will forfeit their chance to report. The rest of the topics (advertising ethics, new media ethics, research or discussion on plagiarism) are expected to be presented next week.
Thanks everyone, and happy watching, reading and monitoring 🙂
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9th Regular Media Monitor
Comm110
2014-05722
Link to article: http://www.mb.com.ph/radio-reporter-killed-in-qc/
An article about the death of DWBL’s radio reporter and Banderang Pilipino’s “Walang Personalan” columnist Jose Bernardo was published by Manila Bulletin two days ago. I would like to commend the article because of the following provisions:
[SPJ Code of Ethics] Be sensitive of when seeking or using interviews or photographs of those affected by tragedy or grief. (It is a good thing that the article didn’t include the photo of the victim or at least pixelated it if it was included.)
[SPJ Code of Ethics] Identify sources when feasible. (The article mentioned the source who identified the victim -Senior Inspector Elmer Monsalve, chief of the Homicide Section of Quezon City Police District-Criminal Investigation and Detection Unit.)
[SPJ Code of Ethics] Support the open exchange of views, even views they find repugnant. (The article included interviews from different politicians and authorities. Even if cases on media killings have not yet been solved, the article still included views on the call to the Aquino administration to act with dispatch on these cases.)
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5th Bonus
Comm 110
2014-02111
link to post: https://azuresunshines.wordpress.com/2015/11/04/5th-bonus/
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9th Regular Media Monitor
Comm 110
2014-07226
Link to article: http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/736765/girl-3-killed-by-falling-tombstone-on-day-of-dead
The article is about a three year old girl who died in a cemetery in Mexico.
The article is unethical because it disclosed the name of the deceased. According to Article 3 of the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas Code of Ethics, the child’s dignity must be respected. According to the Society of Professional Journalists Code of Ethics, one should “minimize harm” and “balance the public’s need for information against potential harm or discomfort.” The family of the child may be affected by this. Minors, may they be dead or alive, should not be identified.
Also, the photo shown was that of a child in a cemetery. Though the photo had a caption, it is misleading because some people may think that the child in the photo is the girl who died.
Another thing would be oversimplifying the story. The SPJ Code of Ethics states that one should provide context. Though the article did include how the event occurred, it seemed too shortened. Aside from this, there are a few grammatical errors in the text.
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9th Regular Media Monitor
Comm 110
2010 – 30153
“Bandila: How to prevent micronutrient deficiency”
broadcasted November 4, 2015
Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gvCIKXNIk4
This report uses data from a 2008 report of the FNRI-DOST to present the argument that more children lack micronutrients derived from food. The report does have an interview with a nutritionist, video from a recent nutrition workshop for ABS-CBN employees, and even a case study of a mother and child. Still, the old data, lack of depth in the interview, and the workshop video containing sponsor’s images, make this report very suspect.
This report is clearly a form of stealth advertising for the milk brand, Bear Brand. The nutritionist who was pushing for milk as a supplement (in general) in the interview, is also the person conducting the reported nutrition workshop for mothers working in ABS-CBN. In the video excerpts of the workshop, we can also see the logo of bear brand and colors (white and blue) in a lot of frames. Even the affected child from the report’s case study is shown drinking milk (although the milk brand was not specified).
This report in Bandila, ABS-CBN’s news program, is a clear violation of the KBP’s Code of Ethics Article 1. Section 11 about Advertising in the News. Article 1, Section 11 says “Advertisements must be clearly distinguished from the news,” and that “Advertisements in the guise of news are prohibited.”
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6th Bonus media monitor (Disaster-reporting)
Comm 110
2014-23104
Link to report:
http://www.rappler.com/world/regions/africa/111721-south-sudan-air-crash?utm_content=bufferd117e&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer
At least 36 dead in S. Sudan air crash – Red Cross [Transport Accident]
It was a good thing that this is an update but still gave the context of the disaster (privision under SPJ). Background information was generously given and therefore did not confuse me as a reader. The last bit of the report even explained why there are planes that big entering the country. WHile I might say that this is unnecessary, it is not detrimental to the report.
As much needed,the report was able to show facts and figures. They used the words ‘at least’ for the casualties which is accurate seeing that there are still the increasing number of bodies found. Even survivors are mentioned.They are very detailed in describing what had happened. adheres to the goal of having accuracy specially in disaster reportng.
The visuals used are not in any way disturbing but instead gives a clear picture of the extent of damage as also supplied by the report through an interview from the local and facts from the rescue team of Red Cross.
I do have to say that the report lacks information about the precautionary measures being done now by the community after the incident.
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5th Bonus Media Monitor — Occult News
Comm 110
Franie Viceral
GMANews reports on October 22 a supposedly supernatural occurrence of in a barangay hall. The news was reported as if real and is misleading to the audience.
See link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsragPJdGpo
The news segment violates the following KBP provisions:
– News report shall be fair, objective and factual ; opinions are avoided
– Editorials and/commentaries are to be distinct from news
– News must be cautiously chosen
– News must be credible and mere gossip should not be aired or those based on sources that are “anonymous” or unknown
– Unconfirmed news are not to be aired unless there is an urgent need for people to know and must be verified as soon as possible
– News production aids should not mislead the public.
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2014-51650
5th Bonus: Occult News
Comm110
Link to video: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/video/nation/metro-manila/11/02/15/viral-multo-ng-pinaslang-na-broadcaster-sa-litrato/
The report was aired on November 2, 2015. Even before its airing, it already went viral on Facebook. Netizens were saying that the victim wasn’t aware that he is already dead. I commend this for following the KBP Broadcast Code provision “Programs featuring superstitious and pseudo-scientific …… shall be careful not to induce belief in them.”
However, I find this a one-sourced story. The journalist only got statements from the first responders who were also captured in the photo. He should have talked to paranormal experts, photography experts and/or priests.
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9th Regular Media Monitor
Comm 110
2013-78993
Link to article: http://www.patspulpit.com/2015/11/4/9672716/the-patriots-cheat-at-coin-flips-too
To put some context on the topic at hand, the New England Patriots are a professional American Football team playing in the National Football League (NFL). They are known for being a very successful team in the NFL, winning the league’s championship trophy 4 times in the span of 14 seasons. But their success has also been mired with accusations of cheating to win their games. The article linked above points out that the Patriots are once again cheating because they have been winning in the opening coin toss* at an impossible rate. The Patriots have won 19 of the past 25 coin flips – which have the odds of that happening at a very slim 0.0073 percent.
The problem here is that though the statistic might very well be incredibly implausible, it is by no means proof that the Patriots are cheating. And yet the headline alone clearly makes the conclusion that they have been cheating when there’s no concrete proof of it. The article even goes as far as to say – “The question, of course, is not if the Patriots are cheating, but how.” – which is very disrespectful to the integrity of the Patriots, regardless of past accusations. I understand that the article might be geared towards sarcasm rather than actual neutral reporting, but the fact that I personally saw this headline on Yahoo! – one of the most popular and highest-read news website globally – speaks to how readers might get the wrong impression here.
Provisions violated:
-[SPJ Code of Ethics] Ethical journalism should be accurate and fair
-[SPJ Code of Ethics] Distinguish and label opinion
-[PPI Code of Ethics] Avoid “degrading any person by reason of sex, creed, religion, belief, etc” – in this case the Patriots organization
-[PPI Expanded Code of Ethics] Fair, accurate and balanced reporting
*The opening coin toss decides which team will get the ball first.
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(9th Regular Media Monitor)
Comm110
2014-54202
Link to reference: http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/734902/lumad-spill-blood-on-up-diliman-campus
“‘Lumad’ spill blood on UP Diliman campus”
Sa pamagat pa lamang ng artikulong ito mula sa Inquirer.net, kitang-kita na ang pagiging misleading nito lalo na sa tunay na gustong ibahaging balita ng nasabing artikulo. Maaari nating sabihin na nabigyan naman ng konteksto ang nasabing pamagat, ngunit kung babasahin pang maigi at buo ang nasabing artikulo ay makikitang mas nakasentro o nakatuon ito sa kabuuang aktibidad (Kampuhan) ng mga bumisitang lumad sa UP Diliman campus at hindi lamang ang pagkatay nila sa isang manok bilang alay sa kanilang diyos.
Kapansin-pansing pantawag lamang ng atensyon ang paggamit sa pamagat na ito ng artikulo. Ang masama rito, maaaring maging negatibo ang pagtingin ng ilang mga taong makababasa nito lalo na kung hindi nila titignan, babasahin at uunawain ang kabuuang balita.
SPJ/PPI Involved:
– Avoiding improper emphasis
– Writing the story: Fair, accurate and balanced
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(6th media monitor bonus)
Comm 110
2012-57213
Disaster reporting doesn’t just involve news immediately before or after the event, and this article is an example of good practice showing the importance of follow-up stories. This news story exposes how “foreign aid groups say desperation and helplessness lead people in the damaged communities to resort to jobs or employers who are abusive and indifferent to their laborers” which is a consequence of disasters that isn’t usually thought of. This article bringing attention to the situation and NGO’s plans to make sustainable development in Tacloban and other Yolanda-devastated regions. Interest in a specific disaster usually wanes over time as the situation returns to equilibrium, but there are still problems like these that arise yet go unnoticed.
As we learned in class regarding disaster reporting, reportage on reconstruction and recovery efforts are important. They show how the community is getting back on its feet and showing their resiliency. Raising interest in the long-term development with the public will also help give the community financial support and aid. Also, we can learn lessons from their situation which will remind more people to foresee long-term recovery when it comes to disaster reporting.
SPJ: giving voice to the voiceless
http://www.rappler.com/nation/111853-foreign-groups-yolanda-aid
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Regular Media Monitor
MORALES, Christine Aira M.
2014-04244
Link: http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/737342/2-pals-charged-with-raping-minor-in-valenzuela
This article is about the rape of a 16 year old girl in Valenzuela. The suspects were her boyfriend and their common friend. For me, this article is a good practice because it only included important information about the incident. It was clear and straight to the point. Since the victim is a minor, they concealed her real name and did not include a picture of the victim. This shows sensitivity to the victim and the victim’s family and is really commendable. I think this is important to also protect the future of the victim, since she is a minor.
Provisions involved:
SPJ Code of Ethics
1. Show compassion and sensitivity for minors, victims of sex crimes, subjects unable to give consent
PPI Expanded
1. The identities, photographs, personal details of children and women who figure in the news as victims of sexual abuse must not be released.
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Comm 110 Ethics
ALIWATE, Hannah Kayreen M.
5TH BONUS – OCCULT
Link to article: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4lytu7ibXs
“UKG: Multo ng pinaslang na broadcaster sa litrato?”
This was posted on Nov. 1, 2015 on YouTube and broadcasted on Umagang Kay Ganda’s news segment. It was a report on a viral picture online of a radio broadcaster’s body shot in the head. The public believes that the soul of the radio broadcaster was caught in the picture.
I find their report an example of good practice, following KBP’s Article 13 Sec. 1 on Superstition and the Occult that states “Programs featuring superstitious and pseudo-scientific beliefs and practices, such as supernatural powers, foretelling of the future, astrology, phrenology, palm-reading, numerology, mind-reading, hypnotism, faith healing or similar subjects shall be careful not to induce belief in them. Care shall be taken to prevent the exploitation of people who may be easily swayed by such superstitious and pseudo-scientific beliefs and practices.” They did not assume any truth regarding the supernatural aspect of the report and highlighted the crime instead.
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4th Regular Media Monitor
Comm 110
2014-09430
Roxas on laglag-bala: Bullet carrier has to take responsibility
Link to first article: rappler.com/nation/politics/elections -mar-roxas-laglag-bala-carrier-responsibility
Here’s what Mar Roxas has to say about “tanim-bala
abs-cbnnews 11/05/15 heres-what-mar-roxas-has-to-say-about-tanim-bala
The “tanim-bala” issue, which had already affected several OFWs and senior citizens, has been very infamous recently. International media networks even reported about the incident, and the masses are convinced that the people who had bullets in their luggage are only victims, and there is a “syndicate” who’s orchestrating things.
That’s why people had been so angry with Mar Roxas’ statement that Rappler released in news report on November 6. There was even a separate photo in Rappler’s FB page showing Roxas’ face with this quote: “Kung nagpasok ka ng contraband sa airport, paano naging problema ng gobyerno ’yun?” The report tells that the people caught were to blame; it’s not the government’s or his fault. Netizens shared and commented, saying things like “#LaglagBoto” “Paano pa kaya kapag naging presidente ‘yan?”, etc.
However, yesterday, Rappler released another report with Roxas now clearing his stand (http://www.rappler.com/nation/politics/elections/2016 mar-roxas-laglag-bala-syndicate). Here’s one quote from the article: “Ang mga sindikatong nasa likod nito ay dapat nang mapanagot. Kinokondena natin ang mga sakim at makasariling taong ito na nambibiktima sa ating mga kababayan.” It was also mentioned that after Roxas said that “Kung nagpasok ka ng contraband…” statement, it was followed by “Hindi, ang damage sa industriya natin ay dapat ilagay natin sa konteksto – kung sino ba talaga ang nagpapasok nitong mga contraband na ito, di ba.”
Also, just today at 9AM, Rappler’s FB page released an apology for misquoting Roxas and thus misleading the people. facebook.com/rapplerdotcom /photost
I appreciate Rappler’s move of apologizing. It was in line with the SPJ Code of Ethics, under BE ACCOUNTABLE AND TRANSPARENT: “Acknowledge mistakes and correct them promptly and prominently. Explain corrections and clarifications carefully and clearly.” However, just like what the netizens commented in that apology post, the damage has been done. They should publicize that post more, maybe even edit their first news articles with that apology for people to be informed. Rappler should be more careful next time, for it is a mainstream media portal. People are relying on them for updates about happenings. Lastly, media networks in general should look at this as a reminder that they have to deliver news that is complete and truthful for the public to be informed and not misled.
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6th Bonus Media Monitor (Disaster Reporting)
C110 Ethics
2014 – 04278
Link to article: http://www.rappler.com/nation/111905-painfully-slow-rehabilitation-typhoon-yolanda-haiyan
This news report is a good practice. In disaster reporting, there should be a follow-up. Figures shown have basis. Sources of facts are identified. The facts are not exaggerated. The part with the quotes from a Yolanda victim was presented in a way that it would have an emotional appeal to the reader but still tell the truth and not be biased. No opinion from the writer could be seen.
The visuals used are not offensive or disturbing. They were clear and appropriate. They just showed the actual state of Yolanda. A background of what happened was given. The current state was reported. The future actions were also stated.
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MEDIA MONITOR BONUS! OCCULT!
Reference Link: http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/736765/girl-3-killed-by-falling-tombstone-on-day-of-dead
The article shows a good practice if we look at it at the angle of the occult. It is not known why Mexicans practice decorating their relatives tombstones during the Day of the Dead and in the article this practice isn’t shoved to our faces. It is not implying that we should do this too or that we should believe that we need to decorate our own relative’s tombstones. However, looking at it as a regular news. I don’t see the point of reporting about this. Nabitin ako in a way parang “yun na yun?” Also, they mentioned the name of the 3 year old child. She’s a minor! They sure will counter this though that she’s already dead so it’s fine to mention her name but, it just still feels off.
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4th Bonus (Survey)
2011-42249
‘Poe keeps lead, Roxas rises in latest Pulse Asia survey’ by the Philippine Daily Inquirer
Link to article: http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/726102/poe-keeps-lead-roxas-rises-in-latest-pulse-asia-survey
In a long article published by Philippine Daily Inquirer right after the Pulse Asia Presidential survey results were released, they stated the results of the most recent presidential survey and compared it to the survey conducted
My problem with this article was including the following paragraph in the FIRST section of the article: “LP stalwarts and supporters were in a celebratory mood on Monday following the release of the latest survey results, with one saying that Roxas is the “man to beat” and another claiming that the momentum is now on the side of the LP standard-bearer.”
Although I can’t say outright that this article is completely biased, it was just a strange place to put the opinion of LP supporters because it was sandwiched in between all the information about the survey. By putting it at the start of the article, it was unnecessarily emphasizing the rise of Mar Roxas, even if the article title was supposed to be about Poe and Roxas (“Poe keeps lead, Roxas rises […]”). In my honest opinion, it would have been better if the first part of the article was about the survey results only, and not include supporters’ comments.
I feel like by putting improper emphasis on the Liberal Party supporter’s statement that “Roxas is the man to beat,” the article violated the first statement in the Philippine Journalists Code of Ethics, specifically, “I shall scrupulously report and interpret the news, taking care not to suppress essential facts nor to distort the truth by omission or improper emphasis.” Since the article also put each candidate’s supporters’ reactions about the survey under different sections, aside from the information about the survey itself, this paragraph would have made more sense if it was put under the section ‘Man to beat,’ which was about LP’s reaction on the results.
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May I also just add that it seems so impossible for a tombstone to suddenly fall on a child… Ang bigat po nun…
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I truly appreciate your efforts and I am waiting for your next post thanks once again.
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