Introduction to Journalism Summer Camp
In this one-week course, students will learn how to analyzes articles, interview others, and write their own journalism pieces.
Jasmine
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(37)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will learn through powerpoint presentations and class discussion. In this course, students will learn about the history of journalism and the ethical principles of journalism. Throughout the course, students will analyze multiple articles to understand the different types of journalism. Students will also learn how to analyze stories and tell their own stories in a creative manner. In particular, students will learn how to interview others, obtain information, organize information, create stories, and edit their stories. This course will address the modern, technological world in terms of social media and its importance to journalism. Lastly, students will learn about the different journalism professions as well as the steps to becoming a journalist. Below are the agendas for each class. Class 1: -Introduction to Journalism -New & Media -First Amendment -Ethical Principles -Facts vs. Opinions -Reliability of Sources -Analyzing News Articles Homework: Google form Class 2: -Investigative Journalism -News Journalism -Reviews -Columns -Feature Writing -Interview Techniques and Etiquette Homework: Conduct an Interview Class 3: -Journaling and free-writing -Writing up an Interview Homework: Interview Write-Up Assignment Class 4: -Recap of Interview Assignment -The Influence and Importance of Social Media -Steps to Becoming a Journalist -Careers in Journalism -Mindmapping Homework: Practice Daily Journaling
Learning Goals
In this course, students will learn to:
-Distinguish between the different types of journalism
-Apply the ethical principles of journalism to their own writing
-Gain comfort and improve as a writer
-Be creative and reflective
-Interview others effectively
Other Details
Supply List
A journal or notebook is recommended! However, paper will do just fine. I will also share a pdf file of the class handouts. There will be one large file for all of the classes. Printing these handouts is optional, but I recommend printing them before the first class day so students can follow along and take notes. Students can also pull up the handouts on their electronic devices if printing isn't available.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Writing is something I have always been passionate about ever since I was a young child. I have written blog posts and review articles as an intern for a local music company. I believe that students should be introduced to journalism from an early age, as it really fuels creativity and allows them to write about something that excites them!Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
4-13 learners per class
