Introduction to Journalism

INTRODUCTION TO JOURNALISM

Elective for students Gr. 11-12

Prerequisite: None

Required Supplies: Selected online resources

Offered: every year

Duration: Traditional Semester

High School Credit: .5 credit/semester

College Credit: None

Students will learn important journalism skills in the areas of news writing, editing, photography, layout/design, and other elements of production. In the first 8 weeks, students will evaluate, explore and identify various news sources and aspects of the news.  The second 8 weeks will focus on writing articles, from editorials to feature articles. Topics to be covered include Ethics/History of Journalism, Research and the interview process, News Writing & Editing, and Layout/Design.