JN 217 Feature Writing

Covers various forms of nonfiction writing, including profiles, human interest, travel and analysis, with emphasis on backgrounding, depth reporting, descriptive writing and free-lancing.Continues examination of issues in journalismhistory, literature, ethics and law. Special attention to the literary journalism form.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Recommended: College level reading and writing skills(WR 121) are strongly recommended for success in this course.

Offered

Offered Spring only

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

General Education Requirements

AAOT Arts & Letters,

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Demonstrate the ability to develop and adapt story ideas for specific audiences. Demonstrate ability to research and synthesize information needed to tell a complete story. Demonstrate competence in writing magazine and newspaper feature articles. Demonstrate ability to apply legal principles in news judgment.