Intro (1 page) In the world where information holds the key for success or failure, the role of journalist

takes an ever more challenging spectrum. Journalists have always been held a special place in society as a news bearer. Its responsibility covers a wide aspect ranging from investigation and reporting of events, issues and trends to cultural norms of society such as arts and entertainment. Early journalism had spread widely due to the invention of the printing press during the renaissance era in the early fourteenth century (Stephens, n.a). One of the first printed materials dissipated through the public was the Bible and other printed books. Soon thereafter, the newspaper became a source of mainstream acceptance in favor of other types of media outlet. The Oxford Gazette, published twice a week first appeared in 1665 began circulation during the event of the dreadful plague that swept London at the time. These days, journalists have branched out into other forms of information and societal public affairs. One of the factors relating to this comes as a result of the advent of the internet as a means of communication unparallel to other forms of media since its inception. Many journalists nowadays see themselves as a chief purveyor of information to the public. While this idea seems appealing to some, it is a note a caution to apprehend the integrity of information being delivered as a certain degree of transparency is needed. This assignment focuses on the role of journalist as a change agent in the society. How it affects the lives of public as a whole. The first chapter focuses on the role journalist and how it is perceived in the society. The next chapter talks about the how journalism behaves in the wide spectrum of events pertaining previous and present times. Later, we delve into. An analytical interpretation on the function as it shapes ideas towards public thinking are then delve into before a conclusion is to be made.

Body (fact and example) (3 pages) How journalist change peoples perception

Analysis (1 page)

Conclusion (1 page) Reference Stephens - http://www.nyu.edu/classes/stephens/International%20History%20page.htm