Essay Assignment
Instructions
Locate and explain a news report on a crisis. Address the following in your response:
• The introduction should engage the reader in the crisis and clearly present a summary of the main points.
• What were the fundamental stages of the crisis?
• What happened during the crisis?
• What effective communication plans were implemented in this crisis?
Research sources to support your ideas. Your essay should be a minimum of three-pages in APA format. You must include a minimum of two sources, at least one source from the CSU Online Library.
Discussion Question
Jane Jordan-Meier has stated that when journalists report on a crisis, they are more likely to side with the victim rather than with big business in their story's approach. Do you agree with this statement? Why, or why not?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.