Read the following article, annotate as you read; then answer the 2 questions that follow,

referring to, at least, one source that discusses the same issue from a different perspective.
"The Daily Me" is Neither New Nor Bad
While many harbor skepticism about emerging news platforms, the industry should see that
journalism isn't going anywhere; it's only the devices from which we consume content that are
changing.
By Eduardo Hauser, Contributor
May 2, 2009, 05:12 AM EDT
|Updated May 25, 2011

1. Certain journalists have recently expressed fear of a "new" trend they believe threatens
their already struggling institutions -- the growing news personalization websites that
Nicholas Negroponte of M.I.T. coined "The Daily Me."
2. But they shouldn't be scared. The trend isn't bad, and it isn't new. In fact, far from being
an enemy to news media, The Daily Me trend stands to help save journalism.
3. Critics of the phenomenon believe giving us the power to "become our own editors" will
encourage insulation and bias. But we have always been our own editors. Every time we
consume media, we make choices, consciously or not. When we skip articles, choose one
newspaper over another, switch television channels, or tune in to a radio station we
decide what we want to consume. The Internet has simply provided tools to make the
selection process broader, easier and better structured.
4. If and how you 'personalize' your news experience is simply a question of new methods,
not new habits.
5. When readers actively select their own topics, as they do on DailyMe.com, for example,
they are typically more engaged, not less, than those who rely solely on the editorial
choices made for them in traditional outlets. Specifically, DailyMe.com users who
personalize their news view an average of seven pages per visit, or about double the
pages viewed by non-registered users.
6. There are other important advantages to the personalization of news consumption. Few
would argue, for instance, that it's better for a reader to have superficial knowledge of a
broad range of subjects -- rather than deep, up-to-date information from various sources
on a subject of intense interest. Readers who suffer from diabetes, for example, might
rely on a Daily Me site to collect relevant articles from multiple sources in one sitting.
7. Of course, the editorial choices of professional news organizations also play a critical role
in informing citizens, and a good personalized news site will still direct users to quality
reporting from newspapers and other traditional organizations. After all, just because the
medium is different doesn't mean we should accept standards below those set by
professional journalists. Quality news personalization is not about breadth or depth; it's
about both.
8. So while it's an unnerving time for newspaper reporters to be sure, and many harbor
misguided skepticism about emerging news platforms, the industry should recognize that
journalism isn't going anywhere -- it's only the devices from which we consume content
that are changing. And personalized news sites best serve those new devices by trimming
the headline fat down to content manageable on small screens.
 9. But going a step further, there is a fundamental question to be answered: Are we better
off letting others -- namely news editors -- choose our daily news dose based on the
common denominator of the audience? Of course not. Each of us has a responsibility to
seek out and understand conflicting views. The Daily Me only makes this essential
process that much easier.
10. Personalizing the news is not only a reality, it is a necessity. The Internet, whether
through search engines, news sites, portals or different versions of The Daily Me, will
give every journalist the ability to find a true audience, not defined by geographical
location, but by shared interests. In short, it's the best way to empower journalists to do
what they do best and win far more readers than newsprint can hope to reach.

Questions

1. Analyze Eduardo Hauser’s claim that news personalization is not only a reality but a
necessity. Do you agree with his assertion that personalized news platforms empower
journalists and deepen reader engagement? Provide examples or counterarguments to
support your position.
2. Hauser suggests that readers of personalized platforms, such as DailyMe.com, are more
engaged than traditional news consumers. Compare and contrast the advantages and
limitations of personalized news consumption versus traditional editorial approaches in
fostering informed citizenship.
3. The article argues that personalization does not necessarily lead to insulation and bias
since users already "edit" their news consumption. Examine this claim in the context of
echo chambers and filter bubbles. Do personalized platforms worsen or lessen these
phenomena? Use evidence from the text and other sources to justify your answer.

Find, at least, one article that discusses issues similar to those raised in "The Daily Me is Neither
New Nor Bad" by Eduardo Hauser. Use both article to answer the analytical questions provided
earlier. Make sure you provide the reference to your source.

1. Identify Keywords
Begin your search by using keywords such as:
o News personalization
o Filter bubbles
o Algorithmic bias in media
o Echo chambers in digital journalism
o Impact of personalized news on democracy
2. Search for Articles
Explore the following sources to find relevant articles:
o Academic Databases: JSTOR, ProQuest (Available in AUB online library), or
Google Scholar.
o News Websites: The New York Times, The Guardian, BBC, or The Washington
Post.
 1/ Analyze Eduardo Hauser’s claim that news personalization is not only a reality but a
necessity. Do you agree with his assertion that personalized news platforms empower
journalists and deepen reader engagement? Provide examples or counterarguments to
support your position.

Hauser claims that in these modern times, news personalization is not just a trend but a necessity.
He argues that this way of conveying news deepens reader engagement by providing content that
is more appealing to the individual. Moreover, news websites empower journalists as they allow
them to reach a bigger audience based on interests rather than their location.

Personally, I believe Hauser is right with his arguments. Not everyone is interested by political
news for example, but they might be passionate about science. Therefore, this targeted approach
means that this person will encounter articles on science related content since he frequently
searches for subjects on that topic, enhancing their engagement.

However, it is important to notice the drawbacks of this way of news. What if I didn’t know that
I am interested in a topic while I could’ve encountered it and liked it? Similarly, if a person who
reads articles from a certain point of view, they might not come across opposing opinions which
can create some bias or lack or perspective. Additionally, with the spread of social media for
everyone, anyone can be a journalist as they can easily report something or talk about something
which could make people less likely to want to read news about it since they’ve already got it
from a random person on the internet