Assignment+Journalistic+Ethics

Are there "rules" that journalists must follow when they gather and report the news? The Canadian Association of Journalists has posted their Code of Ethics online here: [] This document outlines the guidelines that journalists must follow to conduct themselves ethically.
 * Background:**

1. Visit the link above and read through the guidelines listed under the various values:
 * Task:**
 * Accuracy
 * Fairness
 * Right to Privacy
 * Independence
 * Conflict of Interest
 * Transparency
 * Promises to Sources
 * Diversity
 * Accountability

2. Make **notes** on the guidelines, using the following format:
 * For each of the nine values (see list above) give an accurate definition of what that means, particularly as it applies to journalism
 * Under your definition, give three examples of actions that would violate this principle in news gathering/reporting

3. Share your notes in a class discussion.