Contemporary Investigative Journalism

Product Description

What is the role of investigative journalism in a world of evolving media technologies and shifting institutional structures? Award-winning investigative journalist, Eamonn O’Neill offers detailed practical advice on old and new techniques for investigation, and interviews with key practitioners giving guidance to display how contemporary investigative journalism can remain powerful, dynamic and relevant. The book features landmark case histories, guidance on identifying and planning projects, focus on using digital tools for researching and delivering projects, and tips on legal and ethical frameworks. There are also supporting online resources, including suggested links and podcasts.

Review 'This proposal is outstanding. A book like this is sorely needed in UK academia, specifically because of its very practical approach, because it covers a wide range of relevant angles and also because of its multimedia approach to delivery of content.' - Rachel Dungar, Edinburgh Napier University, UK'There is a need for a broad spectrum theory/ tradecraft booked aimed at students, particularly in the UK market...outline structure is good, and covers all the main topics in a sensible order, and with what appears to be about the right balance for each.' - James Hollings, Massey University, New Zealand'This book proposal covers an area of significant interest, and one that requires further analysis given the changing media environment. It is crucial that practices such as this continue to gain attention and analysis. This is vital in ensuring investigative journalism skills are taught to student journalists.' - Peter English. USC, Australia'Topic choice ok. But nothing on low-level insurgency theory into praxis targeting of routine public affairs.' - Richard Adamson, University of Buckingham, UK'The number of good, up-to-date texts is remarkably thin. The idea of bringing the genre up to the modern era is a good one, and will appeal to many students.' - Cecil Rosner, University of Winnipeg, Canada About the Author Dr Eamonn O’Neill is Programme Director for the MSc in Investigative Journalism at University of Strathclyde, UK. He is a one of the UK’s most respected journalists specialising in investigations in print, broadcast and online platforms. His work has been recognised in major industry awards both nationally and internationally including: British Press Awards; Paul Foot Award for Investigative Journalism; BAFTA Awards (British Film and Television Academy); and most recently in the pre-eminent US-based IRE (Investigative Reporters & Editors) Awards – Special Category Tom Renner Award.