UKC - Introduction to Journalism and Reporting
- Offered byFutureLearn
Introduction to Journalism and Reporting at FutureLearn Overview
Duration | 4 weeks |
Total fee | ₹900 |
Mode of learning | Online |
Credential | Certificate |
Introduction to Journalism and Reporting at FutureLearn Course details
- Introduced to different types of journalism and news reporting today as well as exploring that of the past
- Learning from the experts at the University of Kent, you'll go behind the scenes to see how news content is created
- Discover the best practices from industry experts to help hone your skills as a budding journalist
- Learn how to find reliable and relevant sources as well as techniques to improve your communication and interviewing skills
- Identify the different types of interviews before trying out your skills as you prepare to conduct your own interview
- Examine your perceptions of news and the behaviour of some publications before learning about the ethical and legal frameworks for journalists
Introduction to Journalism and Reporting at FutureLearn Curriculum
Exploring journalism and reporting
Welcome to the course
Where do we get our news?
The changing shape of journalism
Key forms of journalism
Weekly wrap-up
Vital ingredients of good journalism
Welcome to Week 2
What is news?
The building blocks of good journalism
Prepare to create a headline and intro
Peer Graded Assignment
Weekly wrap-up
How free are journalists and what controls are there on them?
Welcome to Week 3
The legal and ethical framework for journalists
Ethical dilemmas
Case study analysis
What do we mean by 'the Public Interest'?
Weekly wrap-up
What makes a good interview or quote?
Welcome to Week 4
Exploring the purpose of interviews and what makes a good quote?
Different types of interviews
Getting ready to do your own interview
Try out your interviewing skills
End of Course 1
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