Fundamentals of Reporting & Writing News (201-1-21)
Instructors
Desiree Hanford
Meeting Info
Meets in Non-General PurposeRm: Mon 1:00PM - 2:20PM
Overview of class
This course emphasizes the critical practices of ethical journalism and deadline reporting and writing and builds a strong foundation for all Medill classes. It introduces students to the essentials of accurate journalism regardless of platform or storytelling format. Special attention is given to news and information gathering (including sourcing, interviewing techniques and practices of inclusion and sensitivity), writing, grammar, AP Style and ethical decision-making. The course introduces students to a wide range of story types and career paths in media.
Class Materials (Required)
The online version of the Associated Press Stylebook - without the Webster's New World College Dictionary - for $29
Class Notes
The first class meeting on January 3rd will be the lecture in the MFC forum
Class Attributes
Attendance at 1st class mandatory
Enrollment Requirements
Enrollment Requirements: This section is currently closed to registration. Please contact the department directly with any questions.
Associated Classes
LAB - Fisk Hall 206: Wed, Fri 1:00PM - 2:20PM
LAB - McCormick Foundation Ctr 2107: Wed, Fri 1:00PM - 2:20PM
LAB - McCormick Foundation Ctr 2111: Wed, Fri 1:00PM - 2:20PM
LAB - NO DATA: NO DATA