ENG 131 - Fundamentals of Journalism II

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

English

Description:

This writing intensive course is designed for students contemplating a career in journalism, public relations or advertising. Students will continue to practice news gathering and writing techniques learned in Fundamentals of Journalism I (ENG130) as well as techniques in copy editing. While doing so, students will assist in the writing, editing and production of the campus newspaper. Students will also learn to write copy for public relations, advertising and broadcast media. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Write and edit news and feature stories according to AP Style; Edit news and feature stories using copy-editing symbols; Submit articles electronically to an editor; Write broadcast copy; Write advertising copy; Write a news release; Create a press kit for a public relations event.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

ENG 130

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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