Writing and Reporting News: A Coaching Method

Each chapter features new information, examples, and exercises to keep students abreast of the most recent trends and techniques in journalism and help them develop the skills needed for success in this highly dynamic industry.
Revised Ethics boxes and new Convergence Coach boxes in every chapter provide special emphasis to help students prepare for professional success by developing the skills and judgment needed to excel in a modern media environment.
Revised Web Journalism/Broadcasting and Reporting/Writing chapters include updated information and extensive new material to better reflect the current media environment and engage students with interesting, highly relevant examples.
Award-winning multimedia program NewsScene features 11 online interactive news assignments based on realistic news events and using extensive source material, including videotaped interviews, telephone messages, official documents, and database information, to help students sharpen their writing skills for print, broadcast and online media. Two newly created assignments are presented in this revised version. NewsScene can be included in the Printed Access Card or Instant Access Code bundle.
The student workbook is available as a print or digital product. The digital version is incorporated into the CourseMate at no extra charge, and exercises have been revised to coordinate with the revisions in the textbook. Prepare yourself for the changing world of journalism with WRITING AND REPORTING NEWS: A COACHING METHOD, the book that integrates new trends in the convergence of print, broadcast and online media while teaching fundamental skills. With new information about social media, mobile media, blogs, and new skills you'll need for whatever career you choose, the seventh edition features tips More »