COMM 1020 Introduction to Media Writing

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course is an introduction to print and broadcast journalism with an emphasis in newsgathering methods and news writing for print and electronic media. Students will be introduced to basic newswriting structures and approaches across various media platforms. This writing intensive course also emphasizes instruction in selecting and covering news, types of stories, newsgathering skills, grammar, structure, AP style and libel practices.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 amd READ 0810 or equivalent.