Basics

The power of words

Journalists need to understand the power of using the right words when writing news stories

Using the right words

Words are the essential tools of journalism. They convey meaning and help the audience understand the issues we are covering. So they need to be used properly.

How news value is assessed

The job of the journalist is to sort through daily events and package them into stories in order to inform the public.

How to produce a radio news bulletin

Putting together a radio news bulletin is like preparing a satisfying meal that leaves your audience nourished and prepared for the day

Frequently confused words

It's essential for journalists to maintain precision in their use of language, especially when dealing with words that sound or look similar but which carry different meanings.

The questions every journalist should ask

In this lesson we look at the questions a journalists should consider asking.

Developing important news angles

Seeking out new angles on a breaking, developing or running news story is an important part of the editorial process.

Tool: News Story Checklist

The follow is a structured checklist tool for journalists to consider in order to ensure they produce strong news stories.

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Accuracy – scenario

Scenario: There has been a strike at a steel works. The union claims all its 100,000 members were out on strike, but the employer says 50% turned up for work and defied the picket line. You were reporting from the main gates of the steel plant all day and you didn't see anyone crossing the picket line. What do you report?

Module: Advanced Journalism

This free educational module provides an outline for teaching students about advanced journalism. It's designed to be adapted by universities and colleges to meet local needs.

Evaluation, impact, and assessment

Training should always be judged by its effectiveness, and there are several tools for measuring success.