In media, there is a code of ethics or a set of rules that govern the way we communicate and broadcast information. If you are a writer, journalist, a news broadcaster, or a social media content generator you must become familiar with media ethics in mass communication in order to become a competent communicator. Continue reading our complete guide to media ethics in mass communication to learn about the moral principles and values applied to the content of mass media. Media Ethics constructs the way we conduct our roles within the context of mass communication, due to the set of principles and ethics within this industry. When it comes to news coverage, for example, media ethics concerns subjects such as impartiality, objectivity, balance, bias, privacy, and the public interest. Importance of Code of Ethics in MediaMedia Ethics is important in order to maintain a decent reputation within your industry, generate content within media that is unbiased, and practice a code of ethics that acts in alignment with your company’s values. By following these guidelines your audience will be able to build trust and you will generate brand awareness. If you are interested in deepening your knowledge in media ethics in mass communication or if you would like to become a journalist, writer, or art director you should consider looking into Florida International University’s Global Strategic Communications Creative Track program. The Global Strategic Communications Creative Track is a 39-credit program that culminates in a Master of Science in Mass Communications degree awarded by Florida International University and graduation from world-renowned Miami Ad School’s portfolio program. The interdisciplinary program combines graduate-level academic courses with the creative skills-building curriculum taught by the leading portfolio school in the world. For more information on the GSC program, contact Grizelle De Los Reyes, Director of the FIU-MAS Creative Track program at David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D, Carolyn J. Sniezyk, MS, BCBA, and Erin Leif, PhD, BCBA-D The Ethical Journalism Network has identified five common themes. In this short piece, we would like to showcase these five core principles and discuss how they intersect with media representations of autism treatment. As we highlight below, the current landscape of the autism community is fraught with multiple threats and challenges to these core principles. Finally, in the spirit of promoting accuracy and transparency, we also offer some proactive strategies and considerations.
The following sources provide more information about ethics for journalists: IFJ Global Charter of Ethics for Journalists (International), Accountable Journalism (International), Society of Professional Journalists (USA), European Federation of Journalists (Europe), MEAA Journalist Code of Ethics (Australia). We hope these ethical guidelines, along with the proactive strategies described above, serve as a useful source of guidance for journalists who are looking to write the next story on autism. Citation for this article: Celiberti, D., Sniezyk, C., & Leif, E. (2020). Five principles of ethical journalism: Implications for media representations of autism treatment. Science in Autism Treatment, 18(2). Other ASAT articles that may be of interest: |