The document discusses the history and techniques of investigative journalism. It provides definitions for different types of investigative reporting such as original investigative reporting and reporting on investigations. It also discusses challenges that can arise in investigative reporting like relying too heavily on investigatory sources or becoming activists rather than independent observers. A key part of the document is a case study about the New York Times' coverage of Wen Ho Lee and the accusation that he stole nuclear secrets for China. It reflects on aspects of the coverage that could have been improved by considering alternative explanations and perspectives earlier.

1. Watchdog Jeopardy History of Investigative Journalism Original Investigative Reporting Contemporary Investigative Reporting Reporting on Investigations Investigative Journalism Today 10 10 10 10 10 20 20 20 20 20 30 30 30 30 30 40 40 40 40 40

2. What year was the first Pulitzer Prize given for investigative Journalism? 1964

3. Who were the two reporters who worked for the Washington Post and helped uncover the Watergate Scandal? Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein

4. What was the name of CBS News first investigative show? 60 minutes.

5. What is the fundamental principle of investigative reporting? Journalists must serve as an independent monitor of power.

10. A crew of investigative reporters at a local news station. What is an I-Team?

11. What is “getting the documents”? The most important technique in investigative journalism.

12. What is “stunting”? Publishing faux investigative reports designed by news consultants to generate ratings.

13. What is the Center for Public Integrity? An independent news organization founded by former 60 Minutes producer Charles Lewis.

16. What is reporting on investigations? “ Reporting that develops from the discovery or leak of information from an official investigation already under way or in preparation by others, usually government agencies.”