JOUR 483 A - Investigative Journalism

Campus: Urbana-Champaign

Description:

The investigative methodology students learn is seen as the best way to provide the producer/editor/reporter with insight into social issues, government and businesses practices and systems. The methodology can be used to examine and topics or issue. Students will use data, documents, interviews and field observation to collect information, do basic data analysis, test hypotheses, and produce stories in text, audio, or video or all. Students will learn how to do deep research, organize complex material, and produce presentations that are easy for the public to understand. Course Information: 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours.

Special Instructions:

Investigative and data journalism: Storytelling with impact in the 21st Century. Please note: This section will have synchronous (live) sessions.

Option 1

Course Level: Graduate

Credit: 3

Term(s): Fall