JOUR 1150 — - Discovering Journalism
The aim of this class is to introduce students to journalism as a practice, as a function of democracy, and as a tool to create a well-informed citizenry. This course will familiarize you with what journalists do, how they do it and why they do it. Through participation in course activities, readings and assignments, students will learn about the guiding principles and standards of American journalism and the ever- changing landscape of the practice of journalism. Emphasis will be placed on the challenges faced by journalists as society moves from predominantly print/tv news to digital-first news. Students will also have practice in basic writing, grammar and punctuation, and will work to improve their writing skills by producing new stories, analytical essays, and by developing a career focused digital media presence. Lecture: 3 hours Prerequisite(s): (English Wrtg Course Placement or ENGL 0500 or ENGL 1005 or ENGL 1010) and (Reading Course Placement or ENGL 0890 or ENGL 0950 or ENGL 1002)