DIGI 105 - Media Studio: Writing for Digital Journalism

1.5 Credit(s)

In an age when consumers actively seek multiple platforms and sources for vital information, strong writing skills have never been so important. This course develops digital journalists’ writing muscles by focusing on: organizing complex information, layering primary and secondary sources, developing leads that hook, structuring narrative and teasing out tension, and developing a credible voice. Students will also advance their understanding of grammar and editing and refine their creative thinking and language skills. Seven-week course.

Course Frequency: S

Grading Method: Student option.

Learning Outcomes:

Hone interviewing skills.
Apply research strategies to newsgathering.
Practice effective journalistic writing (ledes, attributions, etc.).
Practice good news judgment with attention to audience awareness.