Brilliant Quote by Bill Keller
“Twitter and Facebook are brilliant tools, the journalistic uses of which are still being plumbed. They are great for disseminating interesting material. They are useful for gathering information, including from places that are inaccessible.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The New York Times, 2010
Social media platforms are powerful for sharing and gathering information, especially from hard‑to‑reach places.
In simple terms: Social media expands reach.
Key Takeaway
Leverage platforms for information gathering.
Themes
media
information
technology
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
journalistic
technological
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- research
- humanitarian work
Key Concepts
Digital journalism
crowdsourcing
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify online sources?
- What ethical guidelines should guide sharing?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on these tools can spread misinformation.
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