COMM 3353:Communication Web Technologies I
COMM 3353:Communication Web Technologies I
Chapter 5:News and Sports on the Web
Chapter 5:News and Sports on the Web
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News and Sports on the WebNews and Sports on the Web
News on the Web News Sources Delivering News on the Web History of News Delivery
News on the Web News Sources Delivering News on the Web History of News Delivery
News on the WebNews on the Web
The WWW has opened the door to new methods of news distribution. Web technology has paved the way for 24-
Hour, personalized news reports delivered directly to PCs.
Web News bridges the “time-delivery” gap created by conventional printed news delivery.
The WWW has opened the door to new methods of news distribution. Web technology has paved the way for 24-
Hour, personalized news reports delivered directly to PCs.
Web News bridges the “time-delivery” gap created by conventional printed news delivery.
News on the Web, Continued…News on the Web, Continued…
Electronically delivered news has one fundamental advantage over printed media: It’s available NOW! Newspapers, Magazines, and other classical print
methods have production deadlines and schedules which are strictly enforced.
The Web almost negates that entire process through the idea of “Information-on-Demand.” Ex. Weather.com vs. The Weather Channel
Local Forecast
Electronically delivered news has one fundamental advantage over printed media: It’s available NOW! Newspapers, Magazines, and other classical print
methods have production deadlines and schedules which are strictly enforced.
The Web almost negates that entire process through the idea of “Information-on-Demand.” Ex. Weather.com vs. The Weather Channel
Local Forecast
With Web and Push Technologies, we have immediate access to most of today’s news reporting agencies and their top stories.
Push Technology: Special online software that delivers Web Information, initiated on the Server side, rather than by the client (user).
With Web and Push Technologies, we have immediate access to most of today’s news reporting agencies and their top stories.
Push Technology: Special online software that delivers Web Information, initiated on the Server side, rather than by the client (user).
News on the Web, Continued…News on the Web, Continued…
News SourcesNews Sources
Traditional Models of Mass Communication A composite of:
Source / Sender Medium / Channel Receiver / Audience
Traditional Models of Mass Communication A composite of:
Source / Sender Medium / Channel Receiver / Audience
“Gatekeepers” “Receiver” “Sender”
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When it comes to “Source,” The traditional model has been tainted by technology and, because of the Web, is no longer valid in today’s society.
Viewer perception of “Source” is vital to the credibility of a news story News Anchor Phenomena
Story believability based on the “friend” principle. But…the news agency itself is seen as distrustful.
When it comes to “Source,” The traditional model has been tainted by technology and, because of the Web, is no longer valid in today’s society.
Viewer perception of “Source” is vital to the credibility of a news story News Anchor Phenomena
Story believability based on the “friend” principle. But…the news agency itself is seen as distrustful.
The Web is certainly no exception when it comes to believability. . . In addition to the “News Editor” who
typically manages site content, the Web offers three additional news sources: Technology The Individual Other users
The Web is certainly no exception when it comes to believability. . . In addition to the “News Editor” who
typically manages site content, the Web offers three additional news sources: Technology The Individual Other users
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Definition of typical Web sources: Technology: increased choices, interactivity, and
advanced features which can be viewed as a source of news.
Individuals: receivers of news sources who, in turn, pass that news on to other people become unintentional sources.
Other Users: receiving news from other users can sometimes appear more credible than that which is received through the normal channels.
Definition of typical Web sources: Technology: increased choices, interactivity, and
advanced features which can be viewed as a source of news.
Individuals: receivers of news sources who, in turn, pass that news on to other people become unintentional sources.
Other Users: receiving news from other users can sometimes appear more credible than that which is received through the normal channels.
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Using the Web as an avenue for news distribution has been in existence since the Internet’s inception. Editors and publishers have promoted the
Web’s use for mass media since it’s beginning. Most have been in support of quick, technological
advancement Some have been hesitant, fearing subscription loss
of conventional, printed and broadcast news.
Using the Web as an avenue for news distribution has been in existence since the Internet’s inception. Editors and publishers have promoted the
Web’s use for mass media since it’s beginning. Most have been in support of quick, technological
advancement Some have been hesitant, fearing subscription loss
of conventional, printed and broadcast news.
Delivering News on the WebDelivering News on the Web
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Most agree that Web media sources should supplement and not replace conventional media sources.
The biggest driving force behind Web News expansion is the advantage of a global market.
Most agree that Web media sources should supplement and not replace conventional media sources.
The biggest driving force behind Web News expansion is the advantage of a global market.
Advantages of Online Delivery Time
It’s just quicker. . .
Space volumes and volumes of news articles and
digital stories can be stored in the amount of space taken up by just one printed newspaper.
Advantages of Online Delivery Time
It’s just quicker. . .
Space volumes and volumes of news articles and
digital stories can be stored in the amount of space taken up by just one printed newspaper.
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Advantages of Online Delivery, Cont. Cost
You don’t need a printing press, chemicals, or storage space for online data
Efficiency Stories can be summarized and linked to the
“full” version, allowing a reader to skim the headlines without turning pages.
Advantages of Online Delivery, Cont. Cost
You don’t need a printing press, chemicals, or storage space for online data
Efficiency Stories can be summarized and linked to the
“full” version, allowing a reader to skim the headlines without turning pages.
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Advantages of Online Delivery, Cont. The Web is a global venue for local news.
Information can be retrieved anywhere The Web offers expatriates and others
hometown news no matter where in the world they are living.
Late-breaking news can be added to the web almost instantaneously.
Advantages of Online Delivery, Cont. The Web is a global venue for local news.
Information can be retrieved anywhere The Web offers expatriates and others
hometown news no matter where in the world they are living.
Late-breaking news can be added to the web almost instantaneously.
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Disadvantages of Online Delivery Lacks convenience in some cases
On the beach
Lacks pleasantness associated with traditional, conventional news sources Sitting back in the living room reading the daily
paper or watching the TV.
Lacks portability (newspaper, magazines)
Disadvantages of Online Delivery Lacks convenience in some cases
On the beach
Lacks pleasantness associated with traditional, conventional news sources Sitting back in the living room reading the daily
paper or watching the TV.
Lacks portability (newspaper, magazines)
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Disadvantages of Online Delivery, Cont. Web content is considered by many to be
“repurposed” news Originating in newsprint or broadcast and
recreated for the Web
Writing styles for Web news differ from that of broadcast or printed news. Some find it difficult to traverse the different
styles.
Disadvantages of Online Delivery, Cont. Web content is considered by many to be
“repurposed” news Originating in newsprint or broadcast and
recreated for the Web
Writing styles for Web news differ from that of broadcast or printed news. Some find it difficult to traverse the different
styles.
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
Delivering News on the Web, Continued…
From Newspapers to Netpapers In the Beginning. . .
The oldest and worst possible method of disseminating news: Word of mouth
Chinese Block Printing First mass print reproduction
Gutenberg’s Printing Press (1455) 200 copies of a 42-line Bible Led to growth and expansion of printed text and led the
way to the Newspaper.
From Newspapers to Netpapers In the Beginning. . .
The oldest and worst possible method of disseminating news: Word of mouth
Chinese Block Printing First mass print reproduction
Gutenberg’s Printing Press (1455) 200 copies of a 42-line Bible Led to growth and expansion of printed text and led the
way to the Newspaper.
History of News DeliveryHistory of News Delivery
History of News Delivery, Continued…History of News Delivery, Continued…
From Newspapers to Netpapers, Cont. The Penny Press (1800s)
Cost a penny Single-most cause for expanded readership More daily newspapers existed at the open of
the 1900s than exist now at the close. Searching for Accuracy (mid 1900s)
Readership more cautious about credibility Led to formal training in journalism
From Newspapers to Netpapers, Cont. The Penny Press (1800s)
Cost a penny Single-most cause for expanded readership More daily newspapers existed at the open of
the 1900s than exist now at the close. Searching for Accuracy (mid 1900s)
Readership more cautious about credibility Led to formal training in journalism
From Newspapers to Netpapers, Cont. Today’s Paper
Considered reliable Provides in-depth coverage Visually stimulating and comfortable
But. . . Increasing costs Technological Advances Number of Papers dropped from approx. 2600 in 1920 to
approx. 1500 today.
From Newspapers to Netpapers, Cont. Today’s Paper
Considered reliable Provides in-depth coverage Visually stimulating and comfortable
But. . . Increasing costs Technological Advances Number of Papers dropped from approx. 2600 in 1920 to
approx. 1500 today.
History of News Delivery, Continued…History of News Delivery, Continued…
Netpapers Some recent statistics:
40 to 60 percent of all major newspapers now have a web presence.
Up 400 percent from 1995
Many people envision a time when ALL newsprint will be delivered electronically.
In addition to delivering news, Netpapers serve as promotional vehicles for the newspaper itself.
A modern site improves the Newspaper’s image.
Netpapers Some recent statistics:
40 to 60 percent of all major newspapers now have a web presence.
Up 400 percent from 1995
Many people envision a time when ALL newsprint will be delivered electronically.
In addition to delivering news, Netpapers serve as promotional vehicles for the newspaper itself.
A modern site improves the Newspaper’s image.
History of News Delivery, Continued…History of News Delivery, Continued…
Fee-For-Service Netpapers Charging the consumer (user) for access
to articles and information. Readers are not willing to pay for general
news but are willing to pay for premium information.
Business and Analysis Netpapers are commonly accessed as fee-for-service
Fee-For-Service Netpapers Charging the consumer (user) for access
to articles and information. Readers are not willing to pay for general
news but are willing to pay for premium information.
Business and Analysis Netpapers are commonly accessed as fee-for-service
History of News Delivery, Continued…History of News Delivery, Continued…
Print Journalists in an Online World Can be a complicated transition Catchy phrases are being replaced by
impressive graphics Increase in computer literacy a must Lack of monetary and human resources in the
field (24/7). More than half of Netpaper material is from the
wire, versus 10 percent in local newspapers.
Print Journalists in an Online World Can be a complicated transition Catchy phrases are being replaced by
impressive graphics Increase in computer literacy a must Lack of monetary and human resources in the
field (24/7). More than half of Netpaper material is from the
wire, versus 10 percent in local newspapers.
History of News Delivery, Continued…History of News Delivery, Continued…
Printed to Online News Magazines “News Magazine” (1923, Henry Luce)
Time Publish in-depth reports on news items Provide many different points of view Research lasting and political effects and fallout of a
particular event
Like Newspapers, Magazines are searching for innovative ways to promote themselves on the Web.
Printed to Online News Magazines “News Magazine” (1923, Henry Luce)
Time Publish in-depth reports on news items Provide many different points of view Research lasting and political effects and fallout of a
particular event
Like Newspapers, Magazines are searching for innovative ways to promote themselves on the Web.
History of News Delivery, Continued…History of News Delivery, Continued…
Over-the-Air to Net Radio Radio was unregulated until 1927 FM Radio accounts for 75 - 80 percent of all
listeners, while AM Radio assumes the rest. Web radio allows programmers to circumvent high
costs, licensing, and regulation Web Radio is considered by most to be “Radio of
the Future.”
Over-the-Air to Net Radio Radio was unregulated until 1927 FM Radio accounts for 75 - 80 percent of all
listeners, while AM Radio assumes the rest. Web radio allows programmers to circumvent high
costs, licensing, and regulation Web Radio is considered by most to be “Radio of
the Future.”
History of News Delivery, Continued…History of News Delivery, Continued…