The Role of Citizen Journalism in Shaping Public Perception During Climate Emergencies

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Context 1.2 Importance of Study 1.3 Research Questions 2. Literature Review 2.1 Definition of Citizen Journalism 2.2 Traditional vs. Citizen Journalism 2.3 Previous Studies on Public Perception 3. Methodology 3.1 Research Design 3.2 Data Collection Techniques 3.3 Data Analysis Methods 4. Climate Emergencies Overview 4.1 Definition and Types 4.2 Historical Examples 4.3 Impact on Society 5. Citizen Journalism and Media Platforms 5.1 Role of Social Media 5.2 Blogs and Independent News Sites 5.3 Case Studies of Effective Reporting 6. Influence on Public Perception 6.1 Public Response to Citizen Journalism 6.2 Role in Misinformation or Awareness 6.3 Comparative Analysis 7. Challenges and Ethical Considerations 7.1 Accuracy and Credibility Issues 7.2 Legal and Ethical Challenges 7.3 Balancing Freedom and Responsibility 8. Conclusion and Implications 8.1 Summary of Findings 8.2 Implications for Policymakers 8.3 Recommendations for Future Research