Introduction to Journalism and Mass Media
  • Type Certification
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Weeks
  • Cost Paid
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Introduction to Journalism and Mass Media

Issued by MSU Denver

The Introduction to Journalism and Mass Media Badge represents proficiency in fundamental journalism skills, such as news writing, ethical reporting, media literacy, and multimedia storytelling. Badge recipients have showcased their ability to create top-notch journalistic content adhering to industry standards and moral principles.

  • Type Certification
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Weeks
  • Cost Paid
Additional Details

Skills

Earning Criteria

  • Completion of all course modules, such as news writing, reporting techniques, media ethics, and multimedia production.
  • Submission and assessment of a portfolio consisting of at least three articles or multimedia projects.
  • Engagement in peer review and participation in discussion forums.
  • Achievement of a minimum score of 80% on all quizzes and final assessments.
  • News Writing: Developing clear, concise, and engaging news articles suitable for various media platforms.
  • Ethical Reporting: Practicing ethical standards in journalism, ensuring fairness, accuracy, and integrity.
  • Research & Interviewing: Conducting thorough and effective interviews to gather credible information.
  • Research & Interviewing: Conducting thorough and effective interviews to gather credible information.
  • Multimedia Storytelling: Crafting captivating stories using text, audio, video, and interactive elements.