Jul 02, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
[Archived Catalog]
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JOUR 4790 - Data Journalism
Class designed to introduce fundamentals of computer-assisted reporting, specifically using database analysis.
Requisites: C or better in (JOUR 2311 or 2310)
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
- Apply basic numerical and statistical concepts.
- Demonstrate an understanding of professional ethical principles and work ethically in pursuit of truth, accuracy, fairness, and diversity.
- Enhance traditional investigative reporting skills with analysis of public records.
- Evaluate information critically and apply principles learned when writing news stories.
- Learn to examine computerized records using a spreadsheet and a database manager.
- Learn to make computer-assisted reporting relevant to everyday reporting and big reporting projects.
- UInderstand and apply the principles and laws of freedom of speech and press in the U.S.
- Understand the role of computer-assisted reporting in the journalistic professions.
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