Writing Across Media - CST 228

https://courses.vccs.edu/courses/CST228-WritingAcrossMedia

Effective: 2023-05-01

Course Description

Provides instruction in writing and reporting techniques within various professional media fields, to include public relations, advertising, print, broadcast, and online journalism. Focuses on information gathering, developing appropriate and accurate stories, journalistic storytelling, grammar, Associated Press Style, and knowledge of current affairs.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

Students will increase their writing competency and knowledge within multiple journalistic formats by focusing on reporting, research, Associated Press Style and ethics.

Course Prerequisites/Corequisites

Prerequisite: ENG 112 or departmental approval.

Course Objectives

Major Topics to be Included

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