To Kent State journalism education students: Welcome to Principles & Practices of Digital Media!
Typically, this online class is taught in the spring so condensing it from four months to five weeks was certainly a challenge. So imagine my panic when it was shortened by three months. But don't worry .. it shall be done.
A few changes I made include combining assignments and shortening assignment deadlines. What won't change are these assignments:
- defining and developing social media
- mobile-first journalism
- podcasting
- visual storytelling (still and video)
This course is designed to cover the basics of creating and producing audio and visual journalism, but we'll also discuss how to teach it in your classrooms. Not only do I hope you'll learn a thing or two, but taking these KSU courses will help remind you of what it's like to be a student again. There's nothing more humbling than facing your own homework pressure and deadlines!
This class was primarily built for high school teachers, but it's also beneficial for journalists already working in the field and just want to hone or learn a new skill. In fact, I took this class myself when I was in this KSU master's program, which took me five years to complete.
One more thing: Even though I'm the instructor, I'm looking forward to learning from you, as well. There is no doubt in my military mind that all 16 of you will teach me (and each other) something new. That's the beauty of posting all of your assignments on your websites - why invent the wheel when we can all share what works in our classrooms and newsrooms.
Can't wait to chat with you via BB Collaborate Ultra during our first evening of class on July 15!
