MAC121INTRODUCTION TO NEWS WRITING AND REPORTING

This course introduces students to the principles and techniques of news gathering and reporting. It covers the news process, sources, interviewing skills, and story structuring.

Students learn to identify what makes news, maintain fairness and balance, and apply ethical standards in reporting. The use of leads, headlines, and quotes are emphasized for clarity and engagement.

By completion, students should be able to gather, verify, and report news stories with accuracy, speed, and professionalism suitable for multiple media platforms.