Journalism

Seniors have the option of taking two one semester, 1/2 credit courses or one full year course. If students opt for the semester course option, they are required to complete English 12 Lit Themes in the fall semester, as well as a Senior English Elective in the spring semester. The 1/2 credit Senior English Electives are: Creative Writing, Journalism and Writing through Film. The full year course options are: English 12 (WISE), College English Composition, and AP Literature and Composition.

JOURNALISM - 01420 - 1/2 CREDIT (SEM)

Prerequisite: Eng 12 Literary Themes or enrollment in a full-year grade 12 English course.

Credit: English

Description: This class is designed for highly motivated writers and those who have a passion to explore the systems in society. It begins with a study of the history of the media, focusing on the ethical and moral responsibilities of the journalist. The course then defines and presents the techniques employed by the writer to refine and deliver newsworthy items. Students will write a variety of journalistic pieces, including but not limited to leads, direct news, features, and editorials. The students will examine copy editing and an AP style of reporting. Interviewing, broadcasting, and photojournalism will also be explored.