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Advanced Journalism
Our advanced journalism section explores specialised topics for experienced journalists seeking to deepen their expertise. Develop your skills in data journalism, multimedia storytelling, investigative techniques, and complex narrative structures that elevate reporting to the next level. All our material is free to download, adapt and use.
When to write under a pseudonym
There will be times when a journalist might feel the need to write under a false name. Here we look at the reasons for...
How journalists hold power to account
Public service journalism plays a crucial role in society by ensuring that those in power are held accountable for their actions. Discover how that plays out.
Investigating election irregularities
What should journalists look out for when covering elections? We look at five areas.
When interviewees dodge your questions
Question avoidance is something every journalist faces. Here we look at common tactics, what they mean, and how to handle them.
Updating an online news item
Journalists working on a news website are responsible for publishing content on every device their users to turn to in order to access information.
Dealing with algorithmic bias in news
Journalists need to be trained in how to recognise and deal with algorithm bias in order to counter the speed and scale at which biased content spreads.
Climate change glossary
The following is a list of some of the common climate change terms used by scientists, environmental agencies, governments, activists, and journalists.
Journalism and activism
Can a journalist also be an activist for a cause without sacrificing their impartiality and compromising the core editorial values of journalism?
What is data journalism?
Data journalism, also known as data-driven journalism, is the process of finding, understanding, and processing information in order to produce news stories.
Running an effective news meeting
Here we offer 50 suggestions for helping editors run stimulating news meetings that guarantee a steady stream of original stories.
How ‘critical history’ differs from historical context
Historical context explains why a story matters. Critical history is about finding stories that have been buried. Both are essential elements of journalism.
The sub-editor: roles, skills, and responsibilities
What does a sub-editor do? This guide covers the core skills, key responsibilities, and modern demands of sub-editing across print and digital newsrooms.
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