* Journalism 101: From Story Identification to Storytelling Mastery
In this 15 week semester class, students will be introduced to the principles of journalism.
Brandy Dahlen and BE Education
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What's included
15 live meetings
11 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 per weekAssessment
includedGrading
includedClass Experience
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamentals of journalism, focusing on identifying compelling stories, conducting effective interviews, and crafting engaging narratives. Students will learn the principles of journalistic ethics, research techniques, interview strategies, and writing skills essential for producing high-quality news and feature articles. Through hands-on exercises, case studies, and feedback sessions, students will develop the expertise needed to excel in various journalistic contexts. Course Objectives: 1. Understand the principles and ethics of journalism. 2. Identify newsworthy stories and develop story ideas. 3. Conduct thorough research and gather reliable information. 4. Master interview techniques to elicit insightful responses. 5. Write clear, concise, and engaging news and feature stories. 6. Edit and revise journalistic content for accuracy and style. 7. Develop critical thinking skills to analyze and evaluate news sources. Note: This course emphasizes practical skills development through a combination of theoretical instruction, hands-on exercises, and real-world applications. Students will have the opportunity to refine their journalistic abilities under the guidance of an experienced instructor and industry professional.
Learning Goals
Students will:
Understand the principles and ethics of journalism.
Identify newsworthy stories and develop story ideas.
Conduct thorough research and gather reliable information.
Master interview techniques to elicit insightful responses.
Write clear, concise, and engaging news and feature stories.
Edit and revise journalistic content for accuracy and style.
Develop critical thinking skills to analyze and evaluate news sources.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Journalism
Overview of course objectives and structure
History and evolution of journalism 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Finding Great Stories
Identifying newsworthy topics and angles
Research techniques for story development 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Understanding News Values
The significance of timeliness, proximity, prominence, and impact
Balancing hard news and human interest stories 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Research Skills for Journalists
Effective research methods and sources
Fact-checking and verification procedures 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
A NewsHound's Guide to Student Journalism, Edition 1.1 Paperback – March 8, 2024
by Katina Paron (Author), Javier Güelfi (Author)
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
4 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of Toronto
Master's Degree in History from University of Cambridge
Master's Degree from Eastern Michigan University
Master's Degree in History from Northwestern University
Master's Degree in Religious Studies from Yale University
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in History from Birmingham-Southern College
Bachelor's Degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor's Degree from Middle East Technical University
Bachelor's Degree in History from Millersville University
Hi! I’m Karimah. I’m a mom of four, global citizen, ardent traveler, and communications specialist of 25 years. I’m originally from Alabama but call Raleigh, NC home for now. I’ve spent 15 years traveling and working abroad, primarily in journalism, communications, and marketing. Among the many roles I’ve assumed, I’ve worked as a teacher, AP teacher, university instructor, coach, trainer, consultant, curriculum developer, and evaluator.
It goes without saying that my professional passion is helping others effectively communicate – whether through a speech, essay, presentation, or ad. My methodology springs from a singular truth; great communication is about understanding the motivations of the receiver and what you want the end result to be. Once you’re able to understand that, everything else will fall into place!
I’ve had immense fun seeing my students bloom into effective communicators. When it “clicks”, there’s an excitement in their eyes, which I look forward to seeing in each of my students’ eyes here!Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly or $300 for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
2-6 learners per class
