Includes ethics of journalism, law of libel, right of privacy, fair comment and criticism, privileged matter, and other issues. Copy Editing 3 Credits Designed to give students training in the theory and practice of copy editing and headline writing. Simulated local news copy and wire service stories are used. Production 3 Credits Copy editing, headline writing and newspaper layout. Emphasis upon the principles and skills involved in producing a newspaper by the off-set or coldtype method.
Students work in groups but meet as a class with instructor for critiques.
The focus of the class is on products that meet professional standards in content, style, and quality. COMM 4705 Communication Law and Ethics 3 Credits Study of the laws affecting American media, including the concept of freedom of speech and press, federal regulatory agencies, libel, slander, copyright, and invasion of privacy. Junior or senior standing. An introduction to social science research concepts and techniques in the study of the mass media. Survey of quantitative research methods in media situations and media ratings services.