Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-2025

Publisher

SAGE Publications

Source Publication

News Research Journal

Source ISSN

0739-5329

Abstract

This article introduces News Literate Journalism, a metacognitive approach that redefines news literacy as a professional competency. Drawing on interviews with 30 journalists and grounded in news literacy and educational psychology, I argue that ethical, adaptive journalism relies on reflection, regulation and critical reasoning. These behaviors, though embedded in journalistic routines, are often overlooked. The approach presents a new framework for journalism education and practice, one that promotes transparency, fosters trust and supports democratic resilience.

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Published version. News Research Journal, Vol. 47, No. 1 (March 2026): 26-48. DOI. This article is © 2025 SAGE Publications. Used with permission.

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