JOUR 8 - Advanced Reporting and News Editing

3 units
3 hours lecture
Prerequisite: JOUR 1 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course will provide students with instruction in explanatory and investigative journalism, and opinion writing, and will incorporate the study of editing principles, style, and design to conform with professional models. Problems of law and libel will be discussed. Students will also be given hands-on instruction in newspaper and digital design, including graphics and multimedia. Leadership training, social media skills, and discussion of the business of journalism will also be provided.

(formerly Journalism 3ab)