COMMS 321
Multimedia Reporting
Communications
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Research and reporting skills. Database retrieval, interviewing, and creation of audio, video, and still images. Beat reporting for online media. Lab required.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Standard Grade Rule: A B C D E I
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Fixed
5
Other Prerequisites
COMMS 312 and COMMS 365 or concurrent enrollment.
Title
Information Gathering
Learning Outcome
Students will gather relevant and timely information for use in news content.
Title
Creation of Journalistic Content
Learning Outcome
Students will employ journalistic style in creating news stories for targeted digital audiences.
Title
Professional Comportment
Learning Outcome
Students will develop ability to work well with others in a deadline-driven mass media environment.
Title
Journalistic Values
Learning Outcome
Students will apply behave ethically and report fairly, including a diversity of voices.
