Analyzing the Role of Social Media in Shaping Modern Investigative Journalism Practices

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Rationale 1.2 Objectives of the Study 1.3 Structure of the Paper 2. Evolution of Investigative Journalism 2.1 Historical Perspective 2.2 Traditional Methods 2.3 Challenges Faced Today 3. Rise of Social Media 3.1 Definition and Types 3.2 Growth Statistics 3.3 Dominant Platforms 4. Social Media's Influence on Journalism 4.1 Information Gathering 4.2 Source Verification 4.3 Public Engagement 5. Case Studies of Media Influence 5.1 High-Profile Investigations 5.2 Successful Social Media Campaigns 5.3 Failures and Controversies 6. Ethical Considerations 6.1 Accuracy and Misinformation 6.2 Maintaining Objectivity 6.3 Privacy and Consent 7. Tools and Technologies 7.1 Data Mining Techniques 7.2 Analytics and Metrics 7.3 Multimedia Storytelling 8. Future of Investigative Journalism 8.1 Emerging Trends 8.2 Challenges and Opportunities 8.3 Recommendations for Practitioners