Ist neu auch besser?

Journalism in the 21st century faces enormous challenges. Traditional business models are no longer profitable, social discourse is polarized, and journalistic offerings are viewed skeptically. Strengthening journalistic quality and having the courage to innovate are seen as a way out of these multiple crises. This dissertation uses two qualitative sub-studies to examine which innovations in journalism in Germany were successfully implemented between 2010 and 2020. In addition, the work provides insights into how recipients evaluate innovative journalistic offerings in terms of the quality of reporting.