Online Journalism Course Outline

1. Introduction to Online Journalism

  • Definition and Scope of Online Journalism
  • Evolution of Journalism in the Digital Age
  • Key Differences Between Traditional and Online Journalism

2. Understanding Digital Media

  • Types of Digital Media Platforms
  • The Role of Social Media in Journalism
  • The Impact of Mobile Technology on News Consumption

3. The Basics of News Writing

  • Essential Elements of News Writing
  • Structure of a News Article: Inverted Pyramid Style
  • Crafting Compelling Headlines and Leads

4. Research and Fact-Checking

  • Importance of Research in Journalism
  • Techniques for Effective Fact-Checking
  • Tools for Verifying Sources and Information

5. Multimedia Storytelling

  • Introduction to Multimedia Journalism
  • Integrating Text, Audio, and Video in Stories
  • Best Practices for Visual Storytelling

6. Data Journalism

  • Understanding Data Journalism and Its Importance
  • Tools for Data Collection and Analysis
  • Visualizing Data: Infographics and Interactive Graphics

7. Ethics in Online Journalism

  • Ethical Standards and Principles for Journalists
  • Navigating Challenges of Misinformation and Fake News
  • Legal Considerations and Copyright Issues

8. Engaging the Audience

  • Understanding Audience Engagement in Digital Journalism
  • Strategies for Building and Maintaining an Audience
  • The Role of Feedback and Comments in Online Journalism

9. SEO for Journalists

  • Basics of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
  • Techniques for Optimizing News Content for Search
  • Using Keywords and Metadata Effectively

10. Social Media Strategies for Journalists

  • Best Practices for Reporting on Social Media
  • Utilizing Social Media for Story Promotion
  • Building a Personal Brand as a Journalist Online

11. Capstone Project: Online Journalism Portfolio

  • Creating a Personal Online Journalism Portfolio
  • Publishing and Promoting Original News Stories
  • Evaluating the Impact of Published Work

Duration

  • 3 - 4 Months

Benefits

  • Assigned Live Tutor to take you from start to finish.
  • Hands-on Practical Training and Assignments.
  • Accredited Examination and Certification.
  • Paid Internships and Industrial Training.
  • Career Guidance and Mentorship.



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