Online Journalism
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 via Zoom.
- Hands-on Practical Training and Assignments.
- Accredited Examination and Certification Online.
- Industrial Training / Internships.
- Career Guide, Mentoring and Continuous Support.