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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

English for Journalists, Part 1 programme by edX is an English language development instruction course. It focuses on journalism students and professional journalists interested in improving their English proficiency. It is also useful for students aspiring to study journalism and build a career in this field. It is a programme with a duration of five weeks.

English for Journalists, Part 1 online course covers important topics useful to journalists across the globe. These include topics such as ethics in journalism, the job of a journalist, citizen journalism, local vs global journalism, and inclusive journalism. The U.S Department of State has sponsored this programme.

Moreover, English for Journalists, Part 1 certification is offered by UC Berkeley as a part of the U.S Department of State’s MOOC Camp. It has been created in partnership with the Voice of America, Regional English Language Office in Central and South-eastern Europe, and English language educators across Eastern and Central Europe. This programme also offers a certificate upon completion, containing the university logo and instructor’s signature.

The Highlights

An online programme
Offering from the University of California, Berkeley
Intermediate-level course
A minimum of three hours per week time devotion
Self-paced learning
Five-week course
Course domain - Communication
Verified course completion certificate
Language of delivery - English

Programme Offerings

Completely online
Five-Week Course
A minimum of three hours per week time devotion
Self-paced learning
Taught in English
Verified programme completion certificate
Intermediate-level Course
Offering of the University of California (Berkeley)

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 8241	yes	UC Berkeley

English for Journalists, Part 1 certification training can be studied for free. If you want to earn a certificate upon completion, pay a small fee and add it to your course.

English for Journalists, Part 1 course fee structure

Course	Fee in INR
English for Journalists, Part 1 - Audit only	Free
English for Journalists, Part 1 - Certificate experience	Rs. 8,241

Eligibility Criteria

The English for Journalists, Part 1 online course requires learners to possess basic journalism concepts such as op-ed, lede, follow-up, etc.

What you will learn

Communication skillsLanguage skills

After completing all the weekly modules of the English for Journalists, Part 1 training by edX, you will have learned the following:

Effective communication with others in reports and interviews
Understanding current problems facing journalists globally
Understanding the issues of equality, ethics, and fairness applying to journalism
Improvement of English grammar and vocabulary to write more compelling stories

Who it is for

Journalist

English for Journalists, Part 1 certification course is suited for the following individuals:

Journalism aspirants
Journalism students
Professional journalists who want to improve their English proficiency

Admission Details

Study English for Journalists, Part 1 by edX by following these four easy steps:

Step 1. Open the homepage of the edX website with this link- https://www.edx.org/.

Step 2. Once you reach the homepage, look for “English for Journalists, Part 1” to be directed to the course page.

Step 3. On the course page, push the “Enroll” button and log in to complete your application.

Step 4. Finish your edX registration and begin the course.

Step 5: You can add a certificate to your course by paying a small fee.

Application Details

The application for the English for Journalists, Part 1 certification course requires you to log in to the edX website by creating an account. Fill in your credentials such as a username, email address, and full name to finish creating the account. You can also use an existing account on Facebook, Google, Apple, or Microsoft. Prior users can skip this by simply logging in to their edX account.

The Syllabus

Welcome
Syllabus & Course Goals
How to Succeed in a MOOC
Introductions
Errors and Problems

Introduction to the Journalist's Job
The Role of the Journalist
Conducting Interviews
Interview with the NO Project
Supplementary Materials

Introduction to Ethics in Journalism
Ethical Issues in Journalism
Writing in the Associated Press Style
Interview with a Journalist: Mark Goldman, WMMR
Supplementary Materials

Introduction to Inclusive Journalism
The Roma: The Road to Inclusion
Appropriate Language Choices
Homework: Outlining a Story
Quiz: Language Use
Supplementary Materials

Introduction to Local and Global Journalism
Local vs. Global
Comparing News Styles
The Internet: Local vs. Global
Supplementary Materials

Introduction to Citizen Journalism
Lila King on Citizen Journalism
Social Media
Mandy Jenkins on Citizen Journalism
Supplementary Materials
Congratulations!

Instructors

UC Berkeley Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Can I begin the English for Journalists, Part 1 course and pay the certificate fee later?

Yes, this course can be started in the audit track and upgraded to the verified track later. However, you need to upgrade to the verified track for getting access to graded assignments and the programme completion certificate.

2: What is the duration of the English for Journalists, Part 1 certification course?

English for Journalists, Part 1 certification training has a total duration of five weeks.

3: Is this course accessible to learners with disabilities?

The edX online-learning platform strives to promote accessibility for all learners, despite their physical or limitations and geographical restrictions.

4: What does my edX dashboard contain?

Your dashboard will give you access to all the programmes and courses you have signed up for, along with important information such as certificates, email settings, and course start and end dates.

5: Is English for Journalists, Part 1, an introductory course?

No, this edX programme is of intermediate-level difficulty.