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JOUR 628 - Investigative Reporting

(3 units)
Produce original journalism of significant community interest and impact that holds authorities accountable. Develop in-depth reporting skills using a range of tools and tactics, including diverse sources, public records, databases and other documents. Improve storytelling skills, using a variety of narrative styles across social media and other platforms.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate ability to conceptualize investigative news projects.
2. exhibit advanced reporting and storytelling skills.
3. produce impactful news content that is credible, publishable, relevant and appealing to a Northern Nevada audience.
4. set and achieve customized individual objectives for advanced reporting, writing, editing and publishing.
5. demonstrate heightened capacity to critically analyze course projects, as well as the published work of others.


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