Describe the difference between personal ethics and professional ethics.

Individual's moral principles; standards set by a professional

What are the main concerns of environmental ethics?

Human impact on the environment and the moral obligation to protect it

Define media ethics and its core principles.

Study of ethical standards & practices in media:- truthfulness, fairness.

Explain the chilling effect of censorship and its impact on media reporting.

Discourages reporting on sensitive issues due to fear of repercussions.

Why is it important for entertainment media to avoid reinforcing harmful stereotypes?

To promote social harmony and respect for all individuals

How does accuracy and fact-checking contribute to the credibility of print media?

It ensures the information is reliable and trustworthy

List and explain three ethical guidelines that should be followed in entertainment media.

Respect for human dignity, avoiding stereotypes, maintaining honesty.

How can transparency in advertising help maintain audience trust in entertainment media?

Clearly indicating sponsored content & maintaining honesty about adverts

What is the role of diversity and inclusivity in broadcast media ethics?

To represent and respect the diverse society and avoid bias

Explain how virtue ethics applies to the moral character of media professionals.

Encourages media professionals develop virtues such as honesty, courage

Define a code of ethics and its purpose in professional conduct.

Guidelines to help professionals conduct business honestly with integrity

What is the primary focus of ethics as a branch of philosophy?

The study of moral principles and values

What does natural law theory assert about moral principles?

They are inherent in human nature and discoverable by reason

How does utilitarianism guide ethical decision-making in media?

By considering the greatest good for the greatest number of people

How should journalists balance the public's right to know with individuals' rights to privacy?

Weigh the public interest against the potential harm to individuals

How should media professionals handle sensitive issues to adhere to ethical standards?

Report accurately, respectfully, and consider the potential impact involved

Name three different types of censorship.

Political, Religious, Corporate

Name three forms of entertainment media.

Feature films, Television shows, Video games

What is the primary purpose of a media code of ethics?

To establish standards for responsible reporting and ethical behavior

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1
Describe the difference between personal ethics and professional ethics.
Imposed by law; professional ethics are personal choices.
Personfocus on corporate values; professional focus on personal beliefs.
Individual's moral principles; standards set by a professional
Based on societal norms; professional ethics are based on religious
2
What are the main concerns of environmental ethics?
Economic growth and resource management
Technological advancement and innovation
Human impact on the environment and the moral obligation to protect it
Corporate profits and market stability
3
Define media ethics and its core principles.
The study of media markets and audience behavior
The analysis of media technologies and their impact
Study of ethical standards & practices in media:- truthfulness, fairness.
The regulation of media ownership and competition
4
Explain the chilling effect of censorship and its impact on media reporting.
It promotes the spread of unverified information.
It enhances the accuracy and reliability of media content.
Discourages reporting on sensitive issues due to fear of repercussions.
It leads to increased media freedom and innovation.
5
Why is it important for entertainment media to avoid reinforcing harmful stereotypes?
To maintain exclusive audience demographics
To increase advertising revenue
To ensure more predictable content
To promote social harmony and respect for all individuals
6
Name the main principles of deontological ethics.
Autonomy, Beneficence, Non-maleficence, Justice
Consequentialism, Hedonism, Utilitarianism
Duty, Rights, Justice, Rules
Pragmatism, Relativism, Situationalism
7
How does accuracy and fact-checking contribute to the credibility of print media?
It ensures the information is reliable and trustworthy
It decreases audience engagement
It slows down the news cycle
It reduces production costs
8
List and explain three ethical guidelines that should be followed in entertainment media.
Focusing on celebrity culture, promoting sensationalism
Avoid exaggeration, ensuring high revenue, creating controversial content.
Respect for human dignity, avoiding stereotypes, maintaining honesty.
Ensure political bias, pursuing profit to ethics, minimizing fact-checking.
9
How can transparency in advertising help maintain audience trust in entertainment media?
By hiding product placement
Clearly indicating sponsored content & maintaining honesty about adverts
By misleading the audience
By saturating the content with ads
10
What is the role of diversity and inclusivity in broadcast media ethics?
To simplify production processes
To increase viewer ratings
To ensure all advertisements are entertaining
To represent and respect the diverse society and avoid bias
11
Explain how virtue ethics applies to the moral character of media professionals.
It prioritizes technological advancements over ethical considerations.
It dictates specific actions that must be taken in every situation.
Encourages media professionals develop virtues such as honesty, courage
It focuses solely on the financial success of media projects.
12
Define a code of ethics and its purpose in professional conduct.
A document outlining the financial goals of a company
A set of rules for marketing strategies
A list of technical requirements for product development
Guidelines to help professionals conduct business honestly with integrity
13
What is the primary focus of ethics as a branch of philosophy?
The study of moral principles and values
The study of physical health
The study of language and semantics
The study of economic behavior
14
What does natural law theory assert about moral principles?
They are relative to individual preferences
They are inherent in human nature and discoverable by reason
They are determined by cultural norms
They are based on divine revelation
15
How does utilitarianism guide ethical decision-making in media?
By adhering strictly to religious doctrines
By focusing on the duty to report the truth
By considering the greatest good for the greatest number of people
By prioritizing the interests of the media company
16
How should journalists balance the public's right to know with individuals' rights to privacy?
Always prioritize public interest over individual privacy
Never report on private matters
Weigh the public interest against the potential harm to individuals
Ignore legal and ethical guidelines
17
How should media professionals handle sensitive issues to adhere to ethical standards?
Report accurately, respectfully, and consider the potential impact involved
Sensationalize the issues to attract more viewers
Report without verifying facts
Ignore the issues to avoid controversy
18
Name three different types of censorship.
Social, Cultural, Environmental
Political, Religious, Corporate
Technological, Historical, Artistic
Economic, Psychological, Religious
19
Name three forms of entertainment media.
Financial reports, Government documents, Legal briefings
Textbooks, Research papers, Laboratory manuals
News broadcasts, Scientific journals, Court reports
Feature films, Television shows, Video games
20
What is the primary purpose of a media code of ethics?
To establish standards for responsible reporting and ethical behavior
To regulate advertising revenue
To ensure fair competition between media outlets
To dictate content schedules

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MEDIA ETHICS

20 termsStudBud Administration30 plays

MEDIA ETHICS

Flashcards20 cardsFPractice quizPHost liveL

Questions 20

Answers

1
Describe the difference between personal ethics and professional ethics.
Imposed by law; professional ethics are personal choices.
Personfocus on corporate values; professional focus on personal beliefs.
Individual's moral principles; standards set by a professional
Based on societal norms; professional ethics are based on religious
2
What are the main concerns of environmental ethics?
Economic growth and resource management
Technological advancement and innovation
Human impact on the environment and the moral obligation to protect it
Corporate profits and market stability
3
Define media ethics and its core principles.
The study of media markets and audience behavior
The analysis of media technologies and their impact
Study of ethical standards & practices in media:- truthfulness, fairness.
The regulation of media ownership and competition
4
Explain the chilling effect of censorship and its impact on media reporting.
It promotes the spread of unverified information.
It enhances the accuracy and reliability of media content.
Discourages reporting on sensitive issues due to fear of repercussions.
It leads to increased media freedom and innovation.
5
Why is it important for entertainment media to avoid reinforcing harmful stereotypes?
To maintain exclusive audience demographics
To increase advertising revenue
To ensure more predictable content
To promote social harmony and respect for all individuals
6
Name the main principles of deontological ethics.
Autonomy, Beneficence, Non-maleficence, Justice
Consequentialism, Hedonism, Utilitarianism
Duty, Rights, Justice, Rules
Pragmatism, Relativism, Situationalism
7
How does accuracy and fact-checking contribute to the credibility of print media?
It ensures the information is reliable and trustworthy
It decreases audience engagement
It slows down the news cycle
It reduces production costs
8
List and explain three ethical guidelines that should be followed in entertainment media.
Focusing on celebrity culture, promoting sensationalism
Avoid exaggeration, ensuring high revenue, creating controversial content.
Respect for human dignity, avoiding stereotypes, maintaining honesty.
Ensure political bias, pursuing profit to ethics, minimizing fact-checking.
9
How can transparency in advertising help maintain audience trust in entertainment media?
By hiding product placement
Clearly indicating sponsored content & maintaining honesty about adverts
By misleading the audience
By saturating the content with ads
10
What is the role of diversity and inclusivity in broadcast media ethics?
To simplify production processes
To increase viewer ratings
To ensure all advertisements are entertaining
To represent and respect the diverse society and avoid bias
11
Explain how virtue ethics applies to the moral character of media professionals.
It prioritizes technological advancements over ethical considerations.
It dictates specific actions that must be taken in every situation.
Encourages media professionals develop virtues such as honesty, courage
It focuses solely on the financial success of media projects.
12
Define a code of ethics and its purpose in professional conduct.
A document outlining the financial goals of a company
A set of rules for marketing strategies
A list of technical requirements for product development
Guidelines to help professionals conduct business honestly with integrity
13
What is the primary focus of ethics as a branch of philosophy?
The study of moral principles and values
The study of physical health
The study of language and semantics
The study of economic behavior
14
What does natural law theory assert about moral principles?
They are relative to individual preferences
They are inherent in human nature and discoverable by reason
They are determined by cultural norms
They are based on divine revelation
15
How does utilitarianism guide ethical decision-making in media?
By adhering strictly to religious doctrines
By focusing on the duty to report the truth
By considering the greatest good for the greatest number of people
By prioritizing the interests of the media company
16
How should journalists balance the public's right to know with individuals' rights to privacy?
Always prioritize public interest over individual privacy
Never report on private matters
Weigh the public interest against the potential harm to individuals
Ignore legal and ethical guidelines
17
How should media professionals handle sensitive issues to adhere to ethical standards?
Report accurately, respectfully, and consider the potential impact involved
Sensationalize the issues to attract more viewers
Report without verifying facts
Ignore the issues to avoid controversy
18
Name three different types of censorship.
Social, Cultural, Environmental
Political, Religious, Corporate
Technological, Historical, Artistic
Economic, Psychological, Religious
19
Name three forms of entertainment media.
Financial reports, Government documents, Legal briefings
Textbooks, Research papers, Laboratory manuals
News broadcasts, Scientific journals, Court reports
Feature films, Television shows, Video games
20
What is the primary purpose of a media code of ethics?
To establish standards for responsible reporting and ethical behavior
To regulate advertising revenue
To ensure fair competition between media outlets
To dictate content schedules