MDIA 1130 - Introduction to Media Writing

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

For all students with an interest in media; required for the Media Studies degree. Survey of media writing with an emphasis on Associated Press (AP) style. Requires writing media pieces for print, broadcast, and online news; specialized stories; public relations; marketing and advertising. Includes interviewing, applicable laws, and ethics. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify and apply writing style differences among print, digital and broadcast media. 2. Develop articles in inverted pyramid and feature styles, including effective leads. 3. Compose effective content for multiple media. 4. Apply knowledge of AP Style. 5. Develop proficiency in editing for grammar, vocabulary and spelling errors. 6. Compare and contrast media jobs. 7. Identify legal and ethical issues in media. 8. Demonstrate the ability to meet and manage deadlines. Prerequisites: ACT score of 28 or higher; OR ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1010D. FA, SP

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

08/23/2005 - 05/14/2016 

Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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