New York times topics, un modelo de producto periodístico documental en la prensa digital

Abstract

After introducing journalistic documentation products in digital media such as Special reports and Topics, this paper reviews the literature about this issue and presents a case study of The New York Times Topics section. The method followed comprises the study of the site over several months during 2011, complemented with an interview with its current chief editor, John O'Neil. Issues such as the origin and objectives of the section, work method, types of Topics pages, page structure, and constituent elements of the section and particular pages are discussed. The main contributions of The New York Times Topics and some areas for improvement are pointed.