Presenting the media reputation model of news messaging channels with grounded theory

Abstract

In today's age where competition and the challenge of survival have become so important to all organizations, social media news channels are no exception; As we can see, failed news channels are quickly depleted and deleted. In such a situation, having a reputation and maintaining it and optimizing the channel credibility is one of the most essential tools to promote the activity of news media in messaging networks. The present study uses an interpretive approach and a qualitative method to provide a model of the media reputation of news messaging channels. The strategy of this research is the data theory of the foundation based on the Glaser approach and the method of data analysis is also based on the Glaser coding steps. The study population is managers and experts active in the field of cyberspace and news media. In this regard, in-depth interviews with 11 managers and experts who have sufficient knowledge and understanding of social media, especially the field of news in cyberspace and messengers. done. In order to provide a model according to the results of interviews and analyzes, the family of six thirty Glaser was used. The result of the research, finally, 7 categories including the central category of "professional and committed management", the categories of "ethical requirements", "professional characteristics of news", "interactive environment", "competitive environment", "infrastructure and accessibility of messengers" and finally, " The media reputation of the news messengers' channel has also been a consequence.

Keywords

• media reputation
• messengers
• news channels
• grounded theory
• glaser approach