The following is information about the Media Writing course (COM 110) I teach at Elon University.
Catalog Description
Clear, logical writing is necessary to communicate effectively to an audience. This course focuses on background research, interviews, accuracy, attribution and styles of writing (print, broadcast, online, news releases). Grammar and language skills are refined, and Associated Press style is introduced. Prerequisite: C- or better in ENG 110.
Course Goal
Teach accepted practices and skills used in writing for mass media.
Course Objectives
Throughout this course, students will:
- Learn to write clearly and accurately through study and practice of established conventions in grammar, style, organization and communications formats.
- Gain awareness and understanding of professional writing standards on matters such as truth, accuracy, fairness, objectivity and meeting deadlines.
- Learn to exercise critical thinking and evaluation skills in topic/story selection, information-gathering, content development, writing and editing media copy for target audiences.
- Become sensitive to the diversity of audiences through writing and research activities.
- Develop an understanding of data, statistics and skills using research tools (including the Internet, libraries and public documents).
Media Writing Fall 2018 Syllabus
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