| JOURN-1 Beginning Reporting |
| CSU | (3 units LEC) | |
| An introduction to the basic principles of newsgathering and news writing with an emphasis on journalistic style. Students will explore and analyze basic news story structure and development, newsgathering methods and presentation modes, interviewing, ethics, news analysis, and media law. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-1A eligible |
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| JOURN-5 Introduction to Mass Communications |
| CSU and UC | (3 units LEC) | |
| An introduction to the history of mass media, particularly the press and electronic media. The political, social, and economic impact of the media on government and public opinion. Emphasis on the characteristics of media including rights, responsibilities, and functions. |
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| Recommended Prep: ENGL-150 |
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