“The impacT of social media on journalism today and how it will change the way we reporT in fuTure.”

What is the internet? • According to the Oxford Mini School Dictionary (2007, p. 310) it is defined as: “ An international computer network that allows users to communicate and to exchange information.”

Online is the future Impact of social media on the future of journalism • Alexis Ohanion, co-founder of Reddit lauded social media for bringing breaking news but said traditional media continues to be relevant to build credibility to the online noise. • “By creating high quality content, you are being the change you want to see in the world.” Alexis Ohanion. • Ohanion said that social media platforms given voice to many individuals who have the opportunity to break news in real time. • “Breaking news is no longer exclusive but traditional journalism has become more important in filtering out news from noise.” • The influence of technology on news adding that new voices are emerging news outlets are no longer considered as the definitive source.

The internet in everyday life • The internet has radically changed our everyday life and we are perfect proof of this as we are always surfing the net be it for academic research, news updates or dating sites, or just to read about the latest celeb scandals. • The internet has also created new ways to connect with friends and family. • It has disrupted the way we do business as well as rewired everything in between. • The internet will become like electricity during the next decade, less visible but more important and embedded in everything life.

Social Networks The internet includes social networks which allows for people to exchange information. These are: 1. Social networking websites 2. Weblogs (blogs) 3. Wikis 4. Podcast, Webcast as well as Video sharing if we’re lucky and if we’re noT The Internet is everything •The end