Student Journalism & Media Literacy [Library Binding] Fromm, Megan; Hall, Homer L. and Manfull, Aaron

This comprehensive resource covers everything student journalists need to know in a rapidly changing media landscape. Approachable and non-intimidating, this book features important concepts and examples from current school publications from around the country. Foremost, it teaches skills such as the fundamentals of good writing and the basics of newspaper layout and design. Also addressed, however, are topics that journalists are only now facing such as the responsibilities of citizen journalists, managing a news website, and digital security for reporters in the electronic age. This textbook is on the cutting edge in teaching students how to navigate this evolving field.EBOOK PRICE LISTED IS FOR SINGLE USE ONLY. CONTACT US FOR A PRICE QUOTE FOR MULTI-USE ACCESS.

Gr 9 Up—This single volume packs a lot of information about news writing for today's teenagers, who may be blogging rather than writing a traditional newspaper. Among the topics presented are digital content creation and multimedia work, in addition to journalistic staples, such as editorial, columns, and sports writing. Attractive photos, quotes, and sidebars will draw in readers. Each page is laid out skillfully with helpful tips. Checklists include "Five Factors Essential to News," "Foundation of Journalistic Writing," and "Tips from the Trenches." Some excerpted articles are quite moving. Interview hints will help the nervous first-time reporter, and advice about using technology like EverNote will help students organize material. This text offers a more practical, less theoretical companion compared with other series on this subject. VERDICT An excellent addition to English or journalism classes or clubs, especially those serving sophisticated students.