COM 486 - Advanced Journalism Seminar

Description:
Issues and skills in specialized journalistic situations. Seminar topics will change from quarter to quarter. May be repeated for up to 8 credits under a different subtitle.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: COM 308 and admission to either the communication studies, public relations, or journalism major.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Relate the history of the variable topic subject matter as it relates to print, online, broadcast or photojournalism.
Demonstrate understanding of journalistic ethics as it relates to the specific topic under study.
Develop a critical approach for examining the specific journalistic topic under study.
Ability to demonstrate the creation of appropriate professional journalistic output consistent with the special topic under study

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/05/11

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