Course Objectives:

• Enhance news writing, reporting, and interviewing skills.
• Provide insights into ethical and legal standards in journalism.
• Develop competency in digital journalism and AI tools.
• Build specialized knowledge in niche areas of journalism, such as rural and business reporting.
• Introduce participants to modern tools for content creation and media production.

Course Content:

1. Introduction to Journalism
• Evolution and types of journalism.
• Role of journalists in society.
2. News Writing and Reporting
• Structure of news articles (5Ws and H).
• Writing leads, headlines, and in-depth features.
• Techniques for accurate reporting.
3. Ethics and Law in Journalism
• Understanding journalistic ethics and integrity.
• Overview of media laws and regulations.
• Defamation, copyright, and privacy laws.
4. Media Literacy
• Analyzing media content critically.
• Identifying bias and misinformation.
5. Basic Photography
• Fundamentals of photojournalism.
• Techniques for capturing impactful visuals.
6. Interviewing Techniques
• Preparing for interviews.
• Techniques for eliciting insightful responses.
• Handling sensitive topics.
7. Digital Journalism Basics
• Introduction to digital platforms and tools.
• Social media for news dissemination.
• Data visualization and storytelling.
8. AI Tools for Journalism
• Overview of AI applications in media.
• Tools for fact-checking, transcription, and content creation.
9. Specialization Modules:
• Broadcast Journalism: Basics of video and audio production.
• Print Journalism: Advanced feature writing and editing.
• Rural Journalism: Reporting in underserved regions.
• Business Journalism: Covering finance, markets, and industry.
• Sports Journalism: Crafting engaging sports narratives.
10. Right to Information (RTI)
• Understanding the RTI Act.
• Leveraging RTI for investigative reporting.
11. Practical Exercises and Media Production
• Creating news reports, features, and multimedia content.
• Field assignments and real-time coverage.

Assessment and Certification:

• Participants will be evaluated through assignments, projects, and practical exercises.
• Successful candidates will receive a Certificate in Journalism from Skillnet Academy.

Key Features:

• Expert faculty from the industry.
• Hands-on workshops and field assignments.
• Access to digital tools and software.
• Networking opportunities with media professionals.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Minimum educational qualification: 10th grade.

At least two years of professional experience in journalism or related fields