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Journalism 201 / 74535

Instructor: Nick Wilson

Contact information

Email Address: nicolas_wilson@cuesta.edu

Phone Number: 805-235-8008

Office Location/ Hours: Wednesdays 7 to 8 p.m.

Instructor Contact Expectations:

The best and fastest way to contact me is email. I will generally respond to your emails within 24 hours during weekdays only. During busy times of the semester, the response time may increase to 48 hours. On weekends, I will do my best to get back to you ASAP but I cannot guarantee an expeditious response.

Course Environment:

This online course will be using a Web-based Learning Management System Canvas as the method to disseminate information. Canvas provides the framework for the course including PowerPoint presentations, student data files, the tools to receive and send course materials, and a grade book. Using the communication tools, you can communicate using e-mail, and you can share materials and ideas with other course participants via the discussion forums and groups.

Class opens / Accessing Canvas:

Prior to the Monday classes start Aug. 17, 2020, you will receive an email to your my.Cuesta.edu address providing you with a reminder that class will be starting and log in procedures for Canvas, the learning management system (LMS) used to deliver course content. You can access Canvas by logging into MyCuesta, then clicking on the Resources Tab, then clicking on Canvas in the Online Learning Channel, or by typing the Canvas address (https://cuesta.instructure.com/) into your browser address bar. Do not bookmark / favorite the canvas site after your login, or you will get an error message next time you try to log in. You must access the canvas log in directly.

If you are not familiar with logging into canvas, please refer to the Canvas Quick Reference Guide.Links to an external site.Once logged into Canvas you will be directed on where to get started. Be sure to read all the direction on the course home page.

If you are having difficulty logging into Canvas after Aug. 17, 2020 and need assistance please email me or technical support at this email address: support@instructure.com

Online Learning:

If you have never taken an online class or this is your first experience with Canvas, please be patient with yourself. Online classes are not inherently easier, although they may be much more convenient for many students. You should expect to spend at least as much time, if not more on this course as you would on a course that meets face to face. Since there is no lecture component, much of this time will be self-directed and there will be a substantial amount of reading, viewing, studying, and writing required. This course is completely online using Canvas; all coursework (discussions, assignments, quizzes) is submitted online. There are no face-to-face meetings. Please be prepared to spend 8 - 12 hours per week on coursework for this class

IS an ONLINE CLASS FOR YOU?

First, go to the Cuesta College Canvas Tutorial (self paced), there are many resources that were designed to help you understand the basis for an online class and the skills necessary for success. (If the tutorials do NOT describe you, then taking this class online is NOT for you and I strongly suggest that you drop the online class and enroll in a traditional classroom section.)

Regular Effective Contact policy:

Regular and Effective Instructor Contact will be met through weekly instructor initiated threaded discussion forums; weekly announcements to students; timely and effective feedback on student assignments; email, phone or messaging to individuals; and virtual office hours.

Computer and Class Requirements:

You must have access to a computer
Email account
Reliable Internet connection. You will also need to have a backup plan in case your internet provider or computer goes down. Practical assignments and tests will be submitted to me via the assignment dropbox on Canvas.
It is also essential that you understand the basic concepts of email, web navigation and online communication to succeed in this course.

Course Description

Introduces techniques of news reporting, synthesizing and writing across multiple platforms. Provides intensive practice in gathering and evaluating information and writing news stories. Considers ethical and legal issues in journalism, and historical impacts on society. Students will be aware of social justice issues and how journalism has affected the human condition. Students will report and write based on their original interviews and research to produce news content. Experiences may include covering speeches, meetings and other events, writing under deadline and use of AP Style.

Student Learning Outcomes

Define and execute news gathering strategies, being attentive to issues of responsible sourcing and media listening practices
Write simple and long-form news articles on deadline, using simple leads, the inverted pyramid and other formats, with attention to the writing differences for different platforms
Edit own and others’ articles for proper spelling, grammar and Associated Press Style
Critique and analyze various works of professional journalism, both historic and current, being attentive to tone, story structure and differing media platforms
Recognize and critically assess the role of how journalism has impacted society and affected the human condition, currently and historically, by addressing culture, power and the diversity of the human experience, as well as the tradition of media as the Fourth Estate and how it acts on behalf of the public's interest

Text Book and Materials

News Reporting and Writing, The Missouri Group, Thirteenth Edition

ISBN: 9781319208165

Technology tools:
- Google Sites: google.com
- ConferZoom: org
- Google Drive: com/drive

Technical Support

Cuesta students are encouraged to direct all technical support inquiries to support@my.cuesta.edu. If you are having issues with Canvas, you should contact the Canvas Support Hotline at(877) 921-7680, or click on the help button on the Canvas Navigation to report a problem.

If you are having difficulty viewing the course or logging in, it may be because you are not using the correct url: https://cuesta.instructure.com/or you are using your phone or using an unsupported browser.

Your learning environment is best accessed from a desktop or laptop computer, using Firefox or Chrome. This may solve your problem! Please review the browser requirements and minimum computer specifications Links to an external site.at: https://www.cuesta.edu/academics/distance/faqs_technical.htmlLinks to an external site..

For more information on Canvas, Cuesta’s course content management system where you will be submitting work, taking quizzes and may review your grade, please go to:

https://www.cuesta.edu/student/documents/distance_ed_students/Canvas_Quick_Reference_Students.pdfLinks to an external site.

Accommodations:

This course is designed using an accessible Learning Management System, and course materials have been created with ADA compliance in mind. If you have a disability and might need accommodations in this class such as extended time on exams or other resources. Please contact the instructor as soon as possible so that you can receive appropriate accommodations in a timely manner. You should also contact DSPS (Disabled Student Programs & Services) Links to an external site.at 805-546-3148.

College & Course Policies:

Academic Honesty Policy:[Neither plagiarism nor use of copyrighted materials without permission is allowed]. In addition to my course policy, please note all students attending San Luis Obispo County Community College District at any district site and when representing Cuesta College in any off-campus activity, assume an obligation to conduct themselves in an acceptable manner compatible with the Student Code of conduct. Please review the Cuesta College Student Code of conduct Links to an external site.at: https://www.cuesta.edu/student/studentservices/finaid/fa_policies/code_of_conduct.html

Add / Drop Policy: Please review the Cuesta policy for drops

Add Policy: https://www.cuesta.edu/student/studentservices/admrreg/arpolicies/addcourse.html
Drop Policy: https://www.cuesta.edu/student/studentservices/admrreg/arpolicies/dropcourse.html

Waitlist Policy:

Preview Cuesta’s waitlist procedure and instructionsLinks to an external site.:

https://www.cuesta.edu/student/studentservices/admrreg/arpolicies/Waitlist.htmlLinks to an external site.

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