| Offered at: | (B, G, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | M Hirst |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
The unit will teach: blogging; moblogging; writing for multi-media; newsgathering in a multi-media environment; writing for online journalism; and how to maintain a web site. The theory base will consider the power of multi-media in a changing media world, and consider the strengths and weaknesses of various media, leading to an appreciation of the potential of multi-media journalism to reach more of a fragmented audience.
Assessment
Participation in online forum 20%
Essay 40%
Portfolio of online new stories 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $706 | $706 | $706 | $2374 | $2714 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.