JN 217 Feature Writing
Covers various forms of nonfiction writing, including profiles, human interest, travel and analysis, with emphasis on backgrounding, depth reporting, descriptive writing and free-lancing.Continues examination of issues in journalismhistory, literature, ethics and law. Special attention to the literary journalism form.
Prerequisite
Recommended: College level reading and writing skills(
WR 121) are strongly recommended for success in this course.
Offered
Offered Spring only
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AAOT Arts & Letters,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Demonstrate the ability to develop and adapt story ideas for specific audiences. Demonstrate ability to research and synthesize information needed to tell a complete story. Demonstrate competence in writing magazine and newspaper feature articles. Demonstrate ability to apply legal principles in news judgment.