You will learn about the career paths that are available in journalism, and what opportunities the skill sets of a journalist can offer in other fields. You will explore areas such as being an international correspondent, self-publishing in journalism, as well as how to freelance in the field. You will be empowered to develop your own path in journalism, from being an active and informed consumer, to being a journalist.
This course is part of the Become a Journalist: Report the News! Specialization
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Welcome to the Michigan State School of Journalism
Earning and Keeping Trust
Tough Calls
International Journalism
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TOP REVIEWS FROM JOURNALISM, THE FUTURE, AND YOU!
Quite insightful and a wonderful approach plus prowess with every video. Best of all at the end you end up with options on how to advance.
I am really excited to be a learner of this part of journalism. The instructors are really helpful indeed. I loved their teaching method. Thanks a lot
Genuine course, which makes budding journalists aware about the dangers involved, dedication required, & precautions to be taken, as well as importance of business aspect in journalism.
A basic course into ethics, principles etc of a journalist. Assignments are straight forward and interesting.
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