I think journalism as an institution — as an industry — is in trouble. I think the practice of journalism is more widespread than ever. Of course, the consequence of this decentralization is an erosion of standards in areas like ethics, objectivity, journalistic integrity and fairness.

You're right on with your assertion that “journalists” aren't the only practitioners of journalism. Maybe the “old” journalists can play a role as trainers and mentors in the new world of reporting.

Now my journalism buddies are all trying to do what I do: learn the online stuff to make a) make them more employable or b) help them keep their jobs.

I've gotten to a point where I've offered so much training and advice, that I put together a how-to/tip blog teaching non-technical people how to use social media.

I think journalism as an institution — as an industry — is in trouble. I think the practice of journalism is more widespread than ever. Of course, the consequence of this decentralization is an erosion of standards in areas like ethics, objectivity, journalistic integrity and fairness.

You're right on with your assertion that “journalists” aren't the only practitioners of journalism. Maybe the “old” journalists can play a role as trainers and mentors in the new world of reporting.

Now my journalism buddies are all trying to do what I do: learn the online stuff to make a) make them more employable or b) help them keep their jobs.

I've gotten to a point where I've offered so much training and advice, that I put together a how-to/tip blog teaching non-technical people how to use social media.

Plus, “journalists” aren't the only people who practice “journalism.” :-)