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JRNL 011 - News Writing and Reporting

Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring
Defining news and its importance in a democratic society; structure of news-gathering process; the elements of news; introduction to basic news reporting and writing for the Web, print and broadcast; use of the Internet as a reporting and research tool; accuracy and fairness as journalistic imperatives. Outside community research and reporting time is required.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
A passing grade on the Hofstra Writing Proficiency Exam. Lab fees additional.




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