Course Description
JOUR 261
Radio Broadcast Journalism
Units: 3
This course emphasizes the writing and production of radio news programs. Special attention is given to the use of Associated Press radio news wire resources for re-write, and for reading on air. One text is the AP Broadcast News Handbook, which focuses on writing for the ear. Field recording and reporting will enable students to learn radio interviewing, newsgathering, and reporting skills. This course is the prerequisite for JOUR 327 Radio Workshop. Prerequisite: JOUR 210