JOUR 211 - Fundamentals of Journalism

Institution:

University of the District of Columbia

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Description:

Surveys the journalism profession and practice of journalism with emphasis on news gathering, writing, and editing according to format and stylebook rules. Provides practice in basic writing skills. Daily assignments emphasize accuracy and deadlines with skill development drills in note-taking and interviewing. Focuses on classroom assignments that are geared to the mandatory use of the VCT's in the News and Journalism Lab. Pre-requisite: Foundation level writing course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udc.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 274-5012

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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