COM 12 - News Writing and

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Bristol Community College

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ReportingStudents learn principles and practices of news writing and reporting for contemporary media. The course examines the fundamentals of "good journalism," the role of reporters and editors in the news organization, and decision-making in the newsroom. Students analyze the qualities of good news writing and develop their skills in writing leads and organizing stories. The course explores differences in reporting for print, broadcast, and web-based media, and examines how reporters cover the news on beats and specialty areas such as general assignment, police and fire, city hall, sports, health, and politics. Students consider issues related to ethics and fairness and the impact of media consolidation and rolling deadlines on news content . Prerequisite : ENG 11. Three class hours a wee k.Instructional Support Fee applies3 credits Fall, Spring

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

bristolcc.edu/

Phone Number:

(508) 678-2811

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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