This free online course, English for Journalists, is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in developing the skills needed for a career in modern journalism. In this free online course, you will explore print and digital media through authentic readings and video lectures, while expanding your vocabulary and increasing your ability to read, research, and develop local and global news stories.
The course begins with an introduction to the history and principles of journalism. You will then learn about skills for journalism such as how to research, pitch, and interview. Then you will learn the language journalists need to write newspaper and magazine articles, as well as the basics of broadcast journalism.
Finally, you will learn how to analyze the growth, impact, and challenges of digital news, while completing a reflection assignment that allows you to think about and discuss the recent changes to the field of journalism. This course material is ideal for non-native English speakers who are eager to improve their skills in English for journalism, broadcasting news, writing newspaper and magazine articles as well as research, pitch and interviews. So, why wait? Start learning today to improve your English language skills for Journalism!
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