What i see for the future of journalism (last blogpost)
UncategorizedHello les bloggers, With all I have learned during the field trips and my research, here is what I think of how journalism could end up in a few years. First of all, we have to know what a journalist is, so I brought a definition according to the PBA University « a journalist is someone
Reflection on Media Institutions in Munich
UncategorizedIn an age when most people chase quick dopamine hits and the latest news through bite‑sized 15‑second videos, touring Munich’s local media institutions was a genuinely eye‑opening experience. It served as a reminder of the continuous relevance and power of local journalism. Institutions like the Süddeutsche Zeitung and Merkur are not just news producers—they are
The role of Media School Bayern & MSCL
UncategorizedVisiting Media School Bayern and the Munich Science Communication Lab were two insightful experiences which illustrated contrasting elements of Germany’s media landscape. Serving as an outlet for young German voices, the Media School offers various training opportunities in different specialties such as radio, podcasting and television/video editing. Their internship program provides eager new journalists an
Munich Science Communication Lab’s Workshop
UncategorizedOur fourth excursion outside the classroom was to one of LMU’s own buildings. It was a visit to Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL), a research organization dedicated to raising public awareness on planetary health. At MSCL, there was a huge emphasis on evaluating the impact of research projects. During the workshop, there was a mock
German Science Education: A Critical Reflection
UncategorizedIn the past weeks, I had the opportunity to visit the Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL) The academic visit offered a compelling case study of how research-based evaluation transforms science communication into an educational practice within Germany. Unlike many initiatives that treat evaluation as an end-stage task, MSCL embeds it across the entire process, treating formative, process,
MSCL: Bridging Science and Society
UncategorizedDuring a recent visit to the Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL),we immersed in a hands-on exercise: allocating virtual time and research funds to investigate social issues, which forced our group to balance rigor with real-world relevance. MSCL’s Role in German Democracy: Fostering Informed Public Participation At its core, MSCL positions itself as a bridge between
Rethinking Media Education: A Critical Look at MediaSchool Bayern
UncategorizedBy Minjing Zhou Introduction to MediaSchool Bayern MediaSchool Bayern, established in 1995 by the Bavarian Regulatory Authority for New Media (BLM), is a nonprofit media training institution that emphasizes hands-on skills over traditional journalistic training. The organization focuses on multimedia production—particularly in audio, video, and digital formats—rather than the conventional teaching of reporting, writing, or
From Goosebumps to Broadcasts: My Reflections on Science and Media Communication
Authors . Germany . Media . Media influence . Opinion piece . SocietyAs someone who’s always been curious about how messages shape minds, these past few weeks have been a turning point for me. Our guest visits in the room from Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL) and Media School Munich weren’t just field trips, they were invitations into two very different worlds that both revolve around the same question:How do
SZ’s Fight to Stay Relevant: Traditional Journalism in a Modern World
UncategorizedAs a class we were very lucky to experience a visit from a journalist at Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ). The visit was extremely insightful and told us how traditional journalism is adapting to a time where social media ad AI is changing reader habits and providing news. SZ was founded on October 1945, shortly after WW2,
Role of Media
UncategorizedThis semester’s media research journey brought us face-to-face with key players shaping how stories are told in Germany. Through both prompts and site visits, we can examine what responsibility media organisations carry today—and how differently they approach that task. One core question stood out to me: what role does the media play in supporting democracy