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Multimedia Journalism (MMJ)
Multimedia Journalism (MMJ) MMJ 3153 Fundamentals of Audio and Video Production Prerequisites: MC 2003 and MC 2023 with a grade of "C" or better; and pass proficiency review. Description: Theory and practice of basic audio and video production techniques leading to later applications in radio, television and multi- media production. Previously offered as JB 3153. Credit hours: 3 Contact hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Levels: Undergraduate Schedule types: Lab, Lecture, Combined lecture and lab Department/School: Media & Strategic Comm MMJ 3203 News Writing Prerequisites: MC 2003 and MC 2023 with a grade of "C" or higher; and pass proficiency review. Description: The basics of news writing, grammar and Associated Press will be stressed. Students will learn the basics of structuring news stories and how to write basic stories including fire, crime, accidents, obituaries, etc. Credit hours: 3 Contact hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Levels: Undergraduate Schedule types: Lab, Lecture, Combined lecture and lab Department/School: Media & Strategic Comm MMJ 3263 Multimedia Reporting Prerequisites: MC 2003 and MC 2023 with a grade of "C" or better in both; and pass proficiency review. Description: Introduces the basic sources, documents and reporting techniques needed to cover typical government beats. Real-world assignments provide practical experience reporting and writing on deadline across media platforms such as print, broadcast and Web. News judgment as well as interviewing, time- management and writing skills will be addressed. Gathering news in an ethical manner and telling substantive, multi-media stories that encompass the community's diversity are emphasized. Previously offered as JB 3263 and JB 2393. Credit hours: 3 Contact hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Levels: Undergraduate Schedule types: Lab, Lecture, Combined lecture and lab Department/School: Media & Strategic Comm MMJ 3293 Information Graphics Prerequisites: MMJ 3263 and MMJ 4423 with "C" or better and MMJ 4393 with "C" or better or concurrent, and pass proficiency review. Description: Using computer-designed charts, maps, graphs, diagrams and other visual representations of information to tell the news. Combines theories of non-verbal communication and practical application. Includes the basic design concepts and techniques for creating TV and video graphics. Previously offered as JB 3293. Credit hours: 3 Contact hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Levels: Undergraduate Schedule types: Lab, Lecture, Combined lecture and lab Department/School: Media & Strategic Comm
MMJ 3313 Editing in a Multimedia Environment Prerequisites: MMJ 3263 with a grade of "C" or better or concurrent enrollment; and pass proficiency review. Description: Principles and practice in editing copy for print, broadcast and Web, selecting pictures and video, and writing headlines, cutlines, blurbs, teases and promos. Strong emphasis placed on language usage and ethical decision-making. Previously offered as JB 3313 and JB 2413. Credit hours: 3 Contact hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Levels: Undergraduate Schedule types: Lab, Lecture, Combined lecture and lab Department/School: Media & Strategic Comm MMJ 3553 Advanced Reporting Prerequisites: MMJ 3153 and MMJ 3263 with “C” or better in both, and pass proficiency review. Description: News writing and reporting techniques combined with newsgathering technology to enable students to produce stories that can be featured across all media platforms. Previously offered as JB 3553. Additional flat fee of $10.00 applies. Credit hours: 3 Contact hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Levels: Undergraduate Schedule types: Lab, Lecture, Combined lecture and lab Department/School: Media & Strategic Comm MMJ 3623 Internet Communication Prerequisites: MC 2003 and MC 2023 with a grade of "C" or better in each, and pass proficiency review. Description: Theoretical and practical understanding of how the Internet is changing the way mass media and media-related organizations communicate with audiences. Previously offered as JB 3623. Credit hours: 3 Contact hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Levels: Undergraduate Schedule types: Lab, Lecture, Combined lecture and lab Department/School: Media & Strategic Comm MMJ 3773 Voice Production and Performance Prerequisites: MC 2003 and MC 2023 with a grade of "C" or better in both; and pass proficiency review. Description: Covers the physical aspects of voice production and how to train and maintain the voice for effective communication. Students will improve their interviewing skills and become more effective communicators, with emphasis on conducting live interviews, ad-libbing and working with a teleprompter. Credit hours: 3 Contact hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Levels: Undergraduate Schedule types: Lab, Lecture, Combined lecture and lab Department/School: Media & Strategic Comm
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