"Writing for the Mass Media" teaches students different writing skills and rules for various forms of media such as the web or for advertising. While students are required to take lecture, they are also required to take a writing lab that consists of about 15 students. The lecture on the other hand is made up of over a hundred students.
The lecture is instructed by Kathyrn Jenson White who has taught journalism for 20+ years. Students attend class and lab twice a week. In lecture, students take notes and take a daily quiz over information learned from the previous class. In lab, students are taught and guided in their writing by individuals who have a strong and professional background in writing.
Lecture and lab account for fifty percent of the students overall grade. The attendance policy is the same for lab and lecture. Students are allowed four absences. It is highly encouraged to attend class, to decrease the risk of falling behind. Also, coming to class on time is very important. If a student is more than ten minutes late for class, they are absent. However, they can still attend but will not receive credit for attending. Missing more than four classes results in failing of the course.
This is a challenging course but anyone can do if they keep their priorities straight. These priorities include coming to class, taking notes, writing to the best of your abilities and giving a 110% in all that you do. After taking this class, you will become an excellent writer that will be able to take on any form of writing for the media and excel highly in it.
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