JOUR11006 News Writing and Reporting

Introduction to Journalism B is designed to extend and develop the knowledge and skills gained in Introduction to Journalism A. The exercises and assignments provide further instruction and practice in news writing and news gathering including online journalism (e-journalism). Students actively engage with their local community, reporting on events and community organisations, local courts, municipal councils and local political issues. The theoretical context provides for an increased understanding of the role of journalism and addresses major contemporary media issues such as codes, laws and regulations and ownership.