This course is a workshop that will focus on training students for digital journalism. Students will learn writing, editing and curating skills for an online environment, notably in news, reviews, and opinion writing. Emphasis will also be placed on using online tools for researching and sourcing, as well as digital tools for graphics and big data.
Code
CM2012
Name
DIGITAL JOURNALISM
Credits
4
Pre-requisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Can be taken twice for credit?
No
Discipline
CM (Communications)
Level
Undergraduate
Type
Regular
CAMS ID
2536
Last update with CAMS
gaining critical understanding of the journalism profession in the digital sphere
building practical skills building online portfolios while using tools and techniques for writing, editing, curation, and podcasting
using social media networks as journalism tools
learning metrics and search engine optimization as journalism tools
developing skills for entry-level positions in a professional newsroom
| Term | Code | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2021 | CM2012 | DIGITAL JOURNALISM |