COM 304Investigative Journalism
This course examines the role and practice of investigative reporters, producers and editors, including a review of the history of journalistic investigations that have brought societal and legislative changes. Ethical and legal responsibilities in investigative journalism are analyzed, along with the use of hidden cameras, audio intercepts, libel and defamation, misrepresentation, “ambush” interviews and entrapment. Students investigate and produce enterprise reports.
Level | Undergraduate |
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Credits | 3 |
Lab fee | None |
Pre-requisites | COM 110 |
Course offerings
Please contact the registrar for details on course availability.