PUBLIC PERCEPTION OF THE IMPACT OF ICT ON PHOTOJOURNALISM OBJECTIVITY AND ORIGINALITY: A QUANTITATIVE STUDY OF ODUDUWA UNIVERSITY ILE-IFE STUDENTS, VANGUARD AND GUARDIAN NEWSPAPERS.

Abstract

The study examines how public perception on the impact of ICT on
photojournalism objectivity and originality by using a quantitative research
approach on Oduduwa University Ipetumodu (OUI) students, Vanguard and
Guardian Newspaper. The study explores whether the public perception is that
ICT contributed either with a good or bad impact on photojournalism, as well
as how this perception has impacted objectivity and originality.
The study found that the majority of OUI students, Vanguard and Guardian
Newspaper perceive that ICT has had a positive impact on photojournalism,
leading to improved objectivity and originality in photojournalistic work. In
particular, the study found that photojournalists are increasingly using
technology such as digital cameras and editing software to improve the quality
of their work, resulting in more accurate and original photos. In addition, the
adoption of social media networks like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook has
helped to increase the visibility and reach of photojournalism work.
However, the study also found that there are some concerns about the impact
of ICT on photojournalism. Some people believe that the use of technology
can lead to a loss of authenticity and intimacy in photojournalism work.
Others argue that the rise of 'citizen journalism' through the use of ICT has
resulted in a decline in journalistic standards and quality control. The study
therefore highlights both the advantage and flaws of (Information and
Communication Technology) ICT in the field of photojournalism, and calls
for more research to be done on this topic.
The research was conducted using quantitative methods, including a survey
and data analysis. A total of 314 respondents participated in the survey,
including students from OUI, as well as journalists from Vanguard and
Guardian Newspaper. The data was analyzed using statistical techniques to
identify patterns and trends. The results were then used to draw conclusions
about the impact of ICT on photojournalism.