Thursday, January 21, 2010

Kylee Gwartney - JMC Overview

Designed to teach students to write for a variety of media, JMC 2033 Writing for the Mass Media, is the determining factor for entry into the Gaylord College of Journalism.

The main goal of this class is to improve one's writing. It also offers a closer look at the fields of advertising, broadcast, print, and public relations. Students will know how to write for each field when the class is over.

The class involves two major components: lecture and lab. Both are worth 50% of the student's grade (lecture being 25% quizzes and 25% exams.) Attendance is vital for success. Students are allowed 4 absences. Upon the 5th absence they will fail the course. There is a quiz at the beginning of every lecture, as well as an assignment in every lab.

It is important to read ahead in the course schedule and be prepared to use time wisely in class. Students will have strict deadlines for their assignments, just as writing professionals do. A grade of a C or better must be earned to continue on in any specialized field in Gaylord.






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