1101. Mass Media Writing Style Lab (2 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: JOURN 0051.)

Prerequisite: Must be taken with or before Journalism 1196, but course may be waived for students with high scores on standardized entry tests.

This course deals with fundamentals of style and language use.

Note: Journalism 1101 may be taken before or with 1111. A grade of C or higher is needed in order to take higher level Journalism courses.

1111. Journalism and Society (3 s.h.) F S SS. RCI: IN.

(Formerly: JOURN C055.)

The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with concepts and functions of journalism and the related industries of advertising and public relations in American society. Students will gain knowledge about the history, economics and industry structure of these industries, focusing on how mass media content is determined and disseminated. We will explore underlying values associated with journalism, relationships between journalism and other social institutions, and current issues facing journalists.

Note: (1) Departmental core course. Normally taken as the first Journalism course. A grade of C or higher is required in order to take higher-level Journalism courses. (2) This course can be used to satisfy the university Core Individual and Society (IN) requirement. Although it may be usable towards graduation as a major requirement or university elective, it cannot be used to satisfy any of the university GenEd requirements. See your advisor for further information.

1113. Audio/Visual Newsgathering (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0151.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)].

This course will present students with additional story-telling tools by introducing them to basic techniques of reporting with and editing sound and video. The emphasis of this course will be on the use of digital audio and video recorders in the field to produce news stories for radio, television and the web. This course requires that students use the computer software that is used in the industry.

Note: Special authorization required for non-majors.

1114. Design for Journalists (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0152.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)].

This course introduces students to the fundamental elements of visual design and their application in various types of journalistic publications both in print and online. Students will learn and use a variety of tools that will allow them to think and create journalistic elements visually.

Note: Special authorization required for non-majors.

1196. Writing for Journalism (3 s.h.) F S SS. RCI: WI. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 1112 (0150).)

Introduction to and practice in writing stories for various mass media. Effective writing, journalistic style and language skills are emphasized.

2101. Journalism Research (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0260.)

Prerequisite: Journalism majors only; Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)].

Introduction to research used in journalism, including library materials, the World Wide Web, and electronic databases. Course includes retrieval, analysis, and presentation of data with final projects.

Note: Departmental advanced core course.

2201. Public Affairs Reporting (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0251.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)] and Political Science 2102 (0145).

Reporting and writing public affairs news stories.

Note: News-Editorial sequence requirement.

2202. Editing the News (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0255.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)].

Editing copy, writing headlines and picture captions. Some layout, coordinating news values with space limitations. Consideration of management and ethical problems.

Note: News-Editorial sequence requirement.

2301. Introduction to Magazines (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0222.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055).

Overview of industry structure; magazine markets and audiences; and what professionals do: editing, writing, design, and advertising, circulation, concept development.

Note: Strongly recommended as preparation for Journalism 3304 (0381).

2396. Magazine Article Writing (3 s.h.) F S SS. RCI: WI. $.

(Formerly: JOURN W231.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)].

Writing, analyzing, and marketing factual articles for general and specialized magazines. Subject research, investigation of editorial needs, ethical and legal problems, and manuscript preparation.

2501. Broadcast Newswriting (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0234.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)].

Students learn skills necessary to write for radio and television under deadline pressure, analyze how broadcast news is presented, develop interview skills, and write newscasts and editorials.

2551. Broadcast Performance (4 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0216.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 1113 (0151).

Explores the variety of skills required to communicate effectively through radio and television. Emphasis on performance techniques, creativity, writing and analytical skills needed to communicate effectively using various formats, such as interviews, editorials, commercials, and newscasts.

2800. Special Topics in Journalism (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0245.)

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

2810. Special Topics in Journalism (1 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0249.)

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3101. Journalism and the Law (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: JOURN 3196 (W382).)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)], Political Science 1101 (C051) and junior standing.

This course should improve students’ writing and critical-thinking skills and help them understand the legal foundation for freedom of speech and press in America. Students will discuss First Amendment cases, and their ethical implications, to better understand how judicial values are linked to the professional lives of journalists and the free-expression rights of citizens.

3201. Investigative Reporting (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0344.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 2201 (0251).

Advanced instruction and practice in writing news stories with emphasis on investigative and other in-depth reporting techniques.

Note: Special authorization required for non-majors.

3251. Business Writing (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1196 [1112 (0150)].

This course focuses on news reporting and writing about business and finance. Topics of coverage may include reporting on personal finance issues, banking, government economic and regulatory policies, and corporations and other forms of business.

3252. Editorial Writing (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: JOURN 0340.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)] or consent of instructor.

Conceptualizing, researching, and writing effective editorials for the mass media.

3253. Health and Environmental Writing (3 s.h.) S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0350.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)] or consent of instructor.

Instruction and practice in writing popular science articles for newspapers and magazines. Translation of scientific language, familiarization with science literature, and interviewing scientists.

3254. International Reporting (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)] or consent of instructor.

This course focuses on interpreting and reporting about governments, politics, and cultures outside of the United States and ethnic groups within the United States.

3255. Sports Writing (3 s.h.) F SS. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 2251 (0280).)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)] or consent of instructor.

Instruction and practice in reporting and writing stories on a variety of sports topics. Traditional play-by-play reporting and locker room interviewing; less traditional sports activities. Students attend sports events and write outside of class.

3256. Writing Humor (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: JOURN 2252 (0295).)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)].

Understanding various forms of humor: wit, satire, parody, and irony. Practical assignments in writing humor.

3296. Travel Writing (3 s.h.) RCI: WI.

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)] or consent of instructor.

This course explores international communication, intercultural competence, and the nature of travel (why and how we travel, and what we can learn from it) through a travel writing curriculum.

3301. Magazine Article Editing (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: JOURN 0354.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 2396 (W231).

This class will cover not only “macro” aspects of the magazine industry, but also the “micro” processes of article acquisitions and editing—how to evaluate query letters, shape a manuscript, work with designers—because those skills constitute the core of what all good editors must be able to do, issue after issue.

3302. Advanced Magazine Writing (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: JOURN 0355.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 2396 (W231).

This class will help students develop story ideas, match those ideas with appropriate markets, write professional query letters and deliver publishable magazine articles.

3303. Magazine Design (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0356.)

Prerequisite: Journalism majors only; Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 1114 (0152).

Advanced design class building on the concepts and skills acquired in JOURN 1114 (0152) (Design for Journalists) to introduce students to the specifics of magazine design. Emphasis on creating portfolio pieces including table of contents, features, departments, and cover designs. Current trends and historical, cultural, and ethical dimensions of magazine design are also explored. Extensive use of desktop publishing and image manipulation software.

3304. Philadelphia People (4 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0381.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)], 2396 (W231), 2301 (0222) and permission of instructor.

Experiential class in the editorial and business aspects of magazine production and distribution. Students write, edit, photograph, and design both print and online versions of a magazine; they also conduct reader research and sell advertising space.

3351. Magazine Fiction Workshop (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0333.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and 1196 [1112 (0150)] or consent of instructor.

Fiction has been an integral part of magazine publishing since the medium’s earliest days. This course teaches students how to write with power both within and beyond the short story form. Emphasis is given to a hands-on, working application of narrative forms and techniques central to both fiction and new literary journalism. Publication of worthy student stories is encouraged.

Note: Previously titled “Short Story Writing”.

3401. Photography (4 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0362.)

Individual direction in utilization of photography as a means of communication; creative photography, use of camera, darkroom procedures, picture selection, layout, cropping, sizing.

3402. Photojournalism (2 s.h.) F. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0363.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 3401 (0362), or permission of the instructor.

The practical side of working as a photographer for newspapers, magazines, and wire services as well as freelance. Picture editing and handling.

3403. Documentary Photography (3 s.h.) S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0366.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 3401 (0362), or permission of the instructor.

This course will expose students to both the history and practice of documentary photography. This course offers students the opportunity to hone their research, shooting and editing skills and refine their portfolio through documentary projects.

3404. Photography Seminar I (2 s.h.) S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0368.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 3401 (0362) and at least junior status; or permission of the instructor.

First of two seminar courses in the Photography for the Mass Media sequence. Current topics in photography. Participation in a long-term project documenting and presenting the works of various photographers representing a variety of genre. Start-to-finish production of a book, CD version of same, or both.

Note: Generally taken in the junior year.

3405. Photography Seminar II (2 s.h.) S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0369.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1196 [1112 (0150)] and 3401 (0362) and at least junior status; or permission of the instructor.

Second of two seminar courses in the Photography for the Mass Media sequence. Current topics in photography. Participation in a long-term web-based effort presenting the works of various photographers from earliest times to the present. Start-to-finish production of a book, CD version of same, or both.

Note: Generally taken in the senior year.

3451. Photographic Portfolio (2 s.h.) S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0364.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 3401 (0362) and permission of the instructor.

Production, organization, and presentation of a photographic portfolio.

3482. Photography Special Projects (1 to 4 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0365.)

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Individual work in areas of special interest including, but not limited to, formal and informal portraiture, nature of photography, underwater photography, medical or scientific photography, or special research in photography.

3501. Radio News Reporting (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0336.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)], 1113 (0151) and 2501 (0234).

The overall goal of this course is to help develop the journalistic acumen and technical skills necessary for reporting, writing, shooting/recording, field producing and editing news and news-related stories for radio.

3502. TV News Reporting (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0337.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)], 1113 (0151), 2501 (0234) and 3501 (0336).

The overall goal of this course is to help develop the journalistic acumen and technical skills necessary for reporting, writing, shooting/recording, field producing and editing news and news-related stories for television.

3504. Broadcast News Documentary (3 s.h.) SS.

Prerequisite: JOURN 2501 (0234), 3501 (0336), 3502 (0337) or permission of instructor.

This course focuses on longer-term journalistic documentaries for broadcast outlets. Students will have the opportunity to develop several enterprise stories over the course of the semester.

3505. Experimental Journalism (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: JOURN 2501 (0234), 3501 (0336), 3502 (0337) or permission of instructor.

This course focuses on new forms of broadcast journalism, including video blogs, podcasts and mobile media such as PDAs and cell phones, made possible through lightweight digital recording devices.

3506. Broadcast News Producing (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: JOURN 2501 (0234), 3501 (0336), 3502 (0337) or permission of instructor.

This course focuses on the behind-the-scenes aspects of pulling a broadcast newscast together. Students will produce several newscasts during the semester. Topics will include stories assignments, newscast structure and pacing, and interaction with reporters and anchors.

3587. WRTI Radio News Workshop (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: JOURN 0371.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)], 2501 (0234), 3502 (0337) and permission of Journalism Broadcast Sequence Director and WRTI News Director.

In this course designed for majors focused on radio as a career area, students work in the newsroom at WRTI-FM, Temple’s public radio station. Students hold positions as producers, reporters, and anchors, and cover stories alongside local journalists in the nation’s fourth largest broadcast market.

3601. Publishing to the Web (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0357.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)], 1113 (0151), and 1114 (0152).

An advanced multi-media course examining the production and design of online journalistic content. Topics will include online storytelling, web site planning, organization and production. Students will produce a comprehensive multi-media news web site, taking advantage of the convergence of print and broadcast media. Additionally, conceptual issues related to publishing on the Internet will be discussed.

3700. Journalism Studies Special Topics (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) or permission of instructor.

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3701. Contemporary Media Issues (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0300.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055).

Discussion, research, and analysis of issues of current interest and importance in journalism, public relations, and advertising areas. Examples of topics include coverage of elections by news and advertising, First Amendment issues, and media and the courts.

Note: Topics announced in advance.

3702. Race and Racism in the News (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0320.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055), 1196 [1112 (0150)], familiarity with basic computer technology, and junior or senior status. For non-majors: Journalism 1196 [1112 (0150)] or a writing course in another school, familiarity with basic computer technology, junior or senior status and permission of instructor.

Online course exploring how the media address issues of race. Students will develop critical skills and perspectives necessary for journalists and others to understand and report the news in our culturally diverse society. Students will examine the power of the media, how editorial decisions are made and by whom, and will begin to define the roles they can play as consumers or managers of media. This is primarily an online course; however, a few face-to-face class meetings may be held during the semester, but meetings will not be held when the course is offered during a summer session. Most class discussions will take place through various online venues.

Note: Special authorization required for non-majors. Mode: Online.

3703. History of Journalism (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0335.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055); History 1101 (C067) and 1102 (C068); and junior status.

Development of American media with emphasis on newspapers; the struggle for freedom of the press; the relationship of newspapers to social and political history; the growth of magazines, book publishing, radio, and television.

3704. Ethical Issues in Journalism (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0339.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) and junior standing.

This study of journalism ethics should give students a better understanding of ethical issues confronting journalists and systematic, well-reasoned ways to address those issues. Focus in this course is not on what journalists legally can and cannot do, but instead on how they decide what they should and should not do.

3705. Gender and American Mass Media (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0352.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055).

This course explores the role of gender in both media reception and media practice. While it focuses primarily on cultural and professional notions about women’s roles in American society, it also considers masculine stereotypes in the media world. The course examines the history and current practice of various media, including newspapers, magazines, broadcast news and entertainment shows, advertising, online media, film, and music.

3706. International News Communication (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0353.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055).

An interdisciplinary and comparative approach to mass media systems of the world and their structures and functions. Topics include cultural exchange or invasion, international news flow, freedom of the press, socialist and developing nations’ theories of press, mass media, and modernization.

3707. Visual Communication (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0360.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055).

This course requires students to examine the many roles that photographs, both still and motion images, play in society. Through the analytic study of visual expression (mainly journalistic, advertising and documentary) students will be introduced to the tools necessary to understand all forms of visual communication.

3708. Newsroom Management (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0386.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055).

This course enables students to develop their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills by working through key supervision and leadership issues facing managers in a typical newsroom setting. Students are provided with case studies, techniques and strategies for addressing team-building issues and the ethical and other concerns surrounding newsroom leadership, whatever the newsroom platform, print, broadcast, or online.

3710. Journalism Studies Special Topics (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) or permission of instructor.

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3720. Journalism Studies Special Topics (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) or permission of instructor.

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3730. Journalism Studies Special Topics (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111 (C055) or permission of instructor.

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3751. Foreign Studies in Journalism (3 or 6 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0359.)

Prerequisite: Permission of Foreign Study Coordinator.

Written report of research in journalism and mass communication by a student during a trip of at least two weeks abroad.

Note: Paper must be presented by end of semester following return from trip.

3800. Special Topics in Journalism (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0302.)

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3810. Special Topics in Journalism (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0303.)

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3820. Special Topics in Journalism (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0304.)

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3830. Special Topics in Journalism (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0308.)

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3840. Special Topics in Journalism (2 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: JOURN 0316.)

Subject matter not covered by regular departmental course offerings. Courses are sometimes taught by distinguished professionals or visiting faculty.

Note: Topics announced in advance.

3850. Special Topics in Journalism (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 0317.)

Subject matter not covered by regular departmental course offerings. Courses are sometimes taught by distinguished professionals or visiting faculty.

Note: Topics announced in advance.

3860. Special Topics in Journalism (4 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: JOURN 0318.)

Subject matter not covered by regular departmental course offerings. Courses are sometimes taught by distinguished professionals or visiting faculty.

Note: Topics announced in advance.

3870. Special Topics in Journalism (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: JOURN 0319.)

Subject matter varies each semester. Please consult the Course Schedule (OWLnet) for further information.

3882. Special Projects (1 to 4 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: JOURN 0391.)

Prerequisite: Junior or senior status and written permission of Journalism faculty member.

A special course of study in a particular area of Journalism.

Note: Candidates should submit a detailed project outline prior to registration

3885. Internship (1 to 3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: JOURN 0389.)

Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing preferred, plus permission of the internship supervisor and adherence to internship agency requirements.

Organized professional work, under supervision, on selected media or news organizations.

Note: Candidates should have a 3.0 GPA. For Journalism majors only.

4196. Multimedia Urban Reporting Lab (MURL) (4 s.h.) F S SS. RCI: WI. $.

(Formerly: JOURN 4101 (0388).)

Prerequisite: Journalism 1111, 1196 (1112), 1113, 1114, 2101. Sequence prerequisites: Broadcast 2501, 3501, 3502; Magazine: 2301, 2396, plus 1 additional course from the magazine sequence list; News Editorial: 2201, 2202, plus an advanced writing/reporting course; Photo: 3401, 3402, 3403. Permission of instructor required.

MURL is the capstone course for the Department of Journalism in which students report about the neighborhoods of Philadelphia. Students will report stories on all forms of journalism: broadcast, photography, print and digital media.

Note: For Journalism majors only. Special authorization required for all.

4596. Broadcast Journalism Practicum (3 s.h.) F S. RCI: WI. $.

(Formerly: JOURN W372.)

Cross Listed with BTMM 4596 (W372).

A weekly student-produced broadcast news magazine show created in cooperation with Broadcasting, Telecommunications and Mass Media department students.