Journalism and Media Communications
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Students will be introduced to the value and role of the media in a free and democratic society as they study the basic techniques and skills to produce effective communication.
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
Students will learn investigative skills, responsible reporting, journalistic writing techniques, editing/proofreading, story structure, interviewing, and research skills. These will be studied through the exploration and practice of several mediums, including traditional print newspaper broadcast media, advertising, social media, and entertainment media. Students will learn responsible communication practices and industry standards, such as the AP style guide and established ethical practices, as they produce their own publications in a variety of media formats.
OPEN TO GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12
RECOMMENDED GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12
PREREQUISITES: None
MAY REPEAT FOR CREDIT: Yes