A Development of Media Ethical Practices: Self-Regulation of Gameshow and Reality Show Guideline

Abstract

The purpose of this research was to develop an ethical standard for the media, especially
the self-regulatory approach for gameshow and reality show. The joint development was
representatives from the academic institution 93 persons, representatives from media organizations
130 persons, representatives from advertising & public relations 8 persons and representative from
NGO organizations 34 persons. The tools used to collect data were group discussion, workshop
and synthesized information form.
The research team synthesized opinions and suggestions of all the representative on what
to do (Do's) and what not to do (Don'ts) in gameshow and reality show, especially the critical
elements in the program products such as the content, the show setting, the host, the contestants,
the production team and the sponsor of the show.
The self-regulation of gameshow and reality show guideline were recommended that the
producer and the production team had to be ethically and socially responsible for the production
process of the show. It was the responsibility of the content and other to be included in the show,
as it was directly the producer's judgment.