JRN 211 Investigative Journalism

Research is a core skill for journalists and this course will allow students to develop strategies and methods for their own research process. Classes will focus on the identification of primary and secondary sources, the importance of objectivity in research, working with archives, state and federal sources, news and PR agencies, data management, and new media research options. Students will analyze and critique investigative journalism using Pulitzer Prize stories, carry out research projects and develop their own investigative pieces. Cross-listed with JRN 111.

Credits

3

Distribution

JRN

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