JOUR 625 - Audio: Radio, Podcasting, and Beyond

(3 units)

Practice in reporting, writing, and producing audio stories, podcasts, and newscasts. Focus on audio production techniques.

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

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. discuss the history of radio and how it relates to the current role of audio journalism in democracy.
2. demonstrate advanced skills in audio field recording and sound production.
3. construct professional-level audio scripts, stories, newscasts, and podcasts that inform, persuade, and/or entertain.
4. analyze audio stories and shows for intended audience.
5. create a new audio show for a niche audience.
6. organize, plan, and manage an audio newscast.
7. revise audio stories incorporating professional feedback.

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