Print-Based Media and TV News Broadcasts
9th Century
Print-Based Media
TV News Broadcasts
1920s
2000s/2010s
Video-Based Social Media
Text and Image-Based Media
2010s
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Now that you know about the RADAR method, how can it help you assess different types of sources? Right now, let’s focus on Print-Based Media and TV News Broadcasts.
Print-based media was first invented in China, in the 9th century. However, it was the Gutenberg Press that expanded its capability in the 15th century [14]. This media type is best suited for audiences with no expert knowledge though it is non-searchable.
TV news broadcasting first began in the mid to late 1920s but its widespread adoption increased due to World War II [15]. While some countries may impose restrictions or censor news, it can quickly broadcast news anywhere on the planet.
Let’s assess these two media types using the RADAR method:
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