JOU 216 - Writing for Mass Media

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course is an introduction to news writing for newspapers and other print media including the techniques of news gathering, reporting, and interviewing. Emphasis is placed on basic methods of gathering information, conducting interviews, organizing a story, writing leads, writing clear, concise copy, and upon developing research skills. Upon completion, students should be able to write clear, concise, accurate, complete, balanced and readable news stories according to guidelines set by industry standards.

Contact Hours: 4
Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): State Prerequisite: Take ENG 111