Practice Different Interpretations By Journalists (1.2) - Risk Communication Overview

Practice: Different Interpretations by Journalists

Lesson 1.2Risk Communication Overview

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Question 1.
Define risk communication.
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Think about how media presents potential dangers.
Question 2.
What does the term 'perception of risk' refer to?
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Consider how people feel about risks based on their experience.
3Question 3.
What is risk communication?
- A process of spreading misinformation
- Informing people about potential hazards
- A way to entertain the audience
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Consider the goal of disseminating information regarding safety.
4Question 4.
True or False: All journalists report the same facts about an event.
- True
- False
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Remember our class discussion about journalist interpretations.
Question 5.
Critique a hypothetical news article's framing of a chemical spill. How could the framing misinform the public?
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Look at the words and imagery used in the framing.
Question 6.
Design an educational campaign to improve public understanding of environmental hazards portrayed in the media.
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Think about engaging various community segments to ensure effective dissemination.

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