Journalism I
Journalism I is designed to improve students’ knowledge of journalistic practices as well as their writing and reporting skills. Students will explore the history and culture of journalism. The course will engage students in analysis of and writing for newspapers, magazines, television, radio, and the web. Students will practice reporting, writing, editing, and publishing news articles. Finally students will publish articles in the school newspaper.
COURSEWORK
Texts
Journalism Today!
Journalism: Who, What, When, Where, Why and How by James Glen Stovall
Chapters
History of American Journalism
News and Society
The Culture of Journalism
Writing News and Features
Reporting
Editing
GRADING SYSTEM
Grades are based on a total points system. Students earn grades through class work, homework, quizzes, exams, and projects.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
I expect that you will…
1. Represent yourself with honor
2. Respect others
3. Take responsibility for your present and your future
4. Strive for excellence in all that you do
5.Follow the rules in the school handbook
6. Arrive before the bell with all necessary materials
7.Maintain a posture of attentiveness
8. Avoid distractions and distracting others
9. Set aside all drinks, food, electronics, and non-instructional objects
10. Use all instructional time as an opportunity to improve