, COM3707 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester
2 2025 – DUE 25 September 2025; 100% correct solutions and
explanations.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Question 1: Media Ethics
1.1 Definition and Importance of Ethics and Media Ethics
1.2 Differences Between Meta-Ethics and Normative Ethics
1.3 Core Characteristics of Three Meta-Ethical Theories
3. Question 2: Normative Media Theories and Legislation
2.1 Normative Media Theories and Public Communication
Values
2.2 The Impact of Legislation on Normative Media Ethics
and Risks of Over-Regulation
4. Conclusion
5. References
Introduction
Media ethics plays a vital role in guiding the conduct of media
professionals and ensuring that journalism serves the public interest.
As the media continues to shape opinions, influence public policy,
and inform society, ethical principles and normative theories
become essential tools for evaluating its responsibilities. This
assignment explores the foundations of ethics and media ethics,
distinguishes key ethical theories, and examines the impact of
legislation and regulation on media practice—particularly in the
context of Kenya. Through this, it highlights the balance between
professional freedom and accountability in modern media
environments.
2 2025 – DUE 25 September 2025; 100% correct solutions and
explanations.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Question 1: Media Ethics
1.1 Definition and Importance of Ethics and Media Ethics
1.2 Differences Between Meta-Ethics and Normative Ethics
1.3 Core Characteristics of Three Meta-Ethical Theories
3. Question 2: Normative Media Theories and Legislation
2.1 Normative Media Theories and Public Communication
Values
2.2 The Impact of Legislation on Normative Media Ethics
and Risks of Over-Regulation
4. Conclusion
5. References
Introduction
Media ethics plays a vital role in guiding the conduct of media
professionals and ensuring that journalism serves the public interest.
As the media continues to shape opinions, influence public policy,
and inform society, ethical principles and normative theories
become essential tools for evaluating its responsibilities. This
assignment explores the foundations of ethics and media ethics,
distinguishes key ethical theories, and examines the impact of
legislation and regulation on media practice—particularly in the
context of Kenya. Through this, it highlights the balance between
professional freedom and accountability in modern media
environments.
