English for Journalists, Part 2
Improve your English vocabulary, grammar, and writing skills through various journalism topics such as broadcast writing with this course.
Intermediate
Online
5 WeeksQuick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
English for Journalists, Part 2 online course offers instructions for individuals who are learning journalism or working journalists. They get to practice English language development and improve their English proficiency. Candidates will explore key topics essential to journalism such as free speech, freedom of the press, and media trends.
Individuals with a penchant for writing and an interest in journalism are encouraged to join the English for Journalists, Part 2 course by edX. where issues of English vocabulary, grammar, and idioms will be explored. The course curriculum will let the candidates learn the science and technology in journalism, sports writing, broadcast, humor, and satirical writing. The US Department of State has sponsored this training course.
English for Journalists, Part 2 programme is a five-week-long intermediate communication course. edX has developed this course in partnership with the Voice of America, the Regional English Language Office in Central and Southeastern Europe, and educators of the English language in Central and Eastern Europe. It offers self-paced learning for individuals but with a limited audit access to the course material whereas the verified track offers only unlimited access to the course materials. All classes are online with transcripts of videos in English.
The Highlights
- An intermediate course in the Communication domain
- Online course
- Course educator from the University of California, Berkeley
- Instructor-paced learning
- Sponsored by the US Department of State
- Certificate course
- Short-term course
- Course length: Five weeks
- Study time requirement of three to four hours per week
- Videos with English transcripts
Programme Offerings
- University of California Berkeley course educator
- Short-term course
- An intermediate course in the Communication domain
- Videos with English transcripts
- Course length: Five weeks
- Certificate Course
- Online Course
- Self-paced learning
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| USD 99 | yes | UC Berkeley |
English for Journalists, Part 2 course fee structure :
Course Name | Amount |
English for Journalists, Part 2 | Free |
English for Journalists, Part 2 (Certificate experience) | $ 99 |
Eligibility Criteria
To join the English for Journalists, Part 2 certification programme, individuals should be aware of basic journalism concepts such as lede, op-ed, follow-up, etc.
What you will learn
English for Journalists, Part 2 programme will provide individuals with information about various topics such as:
- Improving English vocabulary and grammar to write more effective stories
- Effective communication with others in interviews and reports
- Different news writing styles, such as broadcast, sports, humour, and satire
- Understanding the current issues faced by journalists on a global scale
- The ways science and technology affect journalism
- Understanding issues that apply to journalism in terms of ethics, equality, and fairness
Who it is for
While the English for Journalists, Part 2 certification programme is suited for anyone interested in improving their English proficiency and have a penchant for writing, it is especially recommended for:
- Students pursuing an education in journalism
- Working journalists
Admission Details
Individuals can join the English for Journalists, Part 2 certification programme by following these simple steps:
- Go to the edX website and sign in/sign up using a valid email address.
- Search for “English for Journalists, Part 2” on the website or visit https://www.edx.org/learn/english/university-of-california-berkeley-english-for-journalists-part-2 and click on “Enroll Now.”
- Select between two options - whether you want to qualify for a certificate or not. If not, you can directly join the course. If yes, then after payment of the fee you can join the course.
Application Details
Individuals can apply for the English for Journalists, Part 2 online course by registering on the edX website using an email address. They can also use their Apple, Microsoft, Google, or Facebook accounts for registration by linking either of them to edX. They need not fill a lengthy application form for this edX course.
The Syllabus
Instructors
UC Berkeley Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes, the English for Journalists, Part 2 programme is a short-term five-week-long course.
The English for Journalists, Part 2 programme by edX is a 100 percent online training course.
No, but individuals joining this course need to be familiar with the basic concepts of journalism.
This course requires a weekly effort of three to four hours to complete.