21st Century Journalism
Silver Lake High School
Jamie Manhart - Room 117
Purpose of Course: 21st Century Journalism is designed to introduce students to four basic journalistic areas taught at Silver Lake High School: newspaper writing and production; digital photography; yearbook/magazine layout and production; and broadcast journalism.
After successfully completing this course with at least a "B," students who are both interested in one or more of these journalistic areas and who receive permission from the instructor may then enroll in one or more of the following production courses: Digital Media Technology, A/V Production Fundamentals, Digital Media Design and Production, Photo Imaging, Video Production, or Project Management and Resource Scheduling.
Learning Objectives:
Newspaper Writing/Production Unit
Students will be able to:
~ edit writing using Associated Press style
~ understand the responsibilities of the student journalist
~ interview fellow classmates and adults
~ digitally record interviews and transcripts using iTunes
~ write leads, transitions, news stories, features, etc.
~ write headlines and cut lines
~ design a newspaper front page in Adobe inDesign, including headlines, cut lines, copy, bylines, and current design trends
~ explore careers in journalism
~ make ethical decisions based on class discussions
Video Production Unit
Students will be able to:
~ demonstrate the crucial pre-production video process
~ create scripts and storyboards
~ write interview questions
~ demonstrate video-making techniques such as pans, tilts, and worm's eye
~ record a video interview successfully (sound bite)
~ edit using Adobe Premiere software
~ utilize specific video cords and understand their purposes
~ discuss the components of a newscast production
~ produce a two-minute news package
Photography Unit
Students will be able to:
~ identify what qualities make an interesting and successful photo
~ take photos with a digital camera using various camera techniques such as framing, leading lines, repetition, bird's eye, etc.
~ utilize Adobe Photoshop to manipulate digital photos
~ create a photo portfolio containing examples of different photo techniques
Magazine/Yearbook Layout Design Unit
Students will be able to:
~ identify qualities that make a successful design
~ write yearbook/magazine cut lines and headlines
~ import digital photos using Adobe Photoshop
~ produce a double-page magazine spread in Adobe inDesign using current design trends
Course Goals: At the end of the semester course, it is the instructor's goal that each student will emerge with the following skills and interests:
~ Creative thinking skills
~ Technical skills
~ Vocational skills for a competitive job market
~ Interest in joining one of the production staffs
~ Ability to use a variety of media/technology
~ Respect for property and other people
~ Organizational skills
~ Ability to meet deadlines
Grading: The four journalism "units" will each contain written assignments, as well as hands-on production projects and assessments to verify that vocational goals have been met. A daily production grade will be included in the video unit.
Food and Drink: Food and drink are allowed in Room 117; however, the items must be consumed at the worktables only. These items are not allowed at the computer workstations. If students abuse this rule, food and drink will be eliminated entirely from Room 117.
Phones: Phones are allowed in Room 117; however, they are to be left at the worktables at all times. If a student needs to text someone for a quote, add a date to their calendar, or communicate with parents, that is certainly allowed IF the students requests permission from the instructor first.
Equipment: Students are financially responsible for every piece of equipment from the moment it is checked out to them until the moment it is returned to the instructor.
Silver Lake High School
Jamie Manhart - Room 117
Purpose of Course: 21st Century Journalism is designed to introduce students to four basic journalistic areas taught at Silver Lake High School: newspaper writing and production; digital photography; yearbook/magazine layout and production; and broadcast journalism.
After successfully completing this course with at least a "B," students who are both interested in one or more of these journalistic areas and who receive permission from the instructor may then enroll in one or more of the following production courses: Digital Media Technology, A/V Production Fundamentals, Digital Media Design and Production, Photo Imaging, Video Production, or Project Management and Resource Scheduling.
Learning Objectives:
Newspaper Writing/Production Unit
Students will be able to:
~ edit writing using Associated Press style
~ understand the responsibilities of the student journalist
~ interview fellow classmates and adults
~ digitally record interviews and transcripts using iTunes
~ write leads, transitions, news stories, features, etc.
~ write headlines and cut lines
~ design a newspaper front page in Adobe inDesign, including headlines, cut lines, copy, bylines, and current design trends
~ explore careers in journalism
~ make ethical decisions based on class discussions
Video Production Unit
Students will be able to:
~ demonstrate the crucial pre-production video process
~ create scripts and storyboards
~ write interview questions
~ demonstrate video-making techniques such as pans, tilts, and worm's eye
~ record a video interview successfully (sound bite)
~ edit using Adobe Premiere software
~ utilize specific video cords and understand their purposes
~ discuss the components of a newscast production
~ produce a two-minute news package
Photography Unit
Students will be able to:
~ identify what qualities make an interesting and successful photo
~ take photos with a digital camera using various camera techniques such as framing, leading lines, repetition, bird's eye, etc.
~ utilize Adobe Photoshop to manipulate digital photos
~ create a photo portfolio containing examples of different photo techniques
Magazine/Yearbook Layout Design Unit
Students will be able to:
~ identify qualities that make a successful design
~ write yearbook/magazine cut lines and headlines
~ import digital photos using Adobe Photoshop
~ produce a double-page magazine spread in Adobe inDesign using current design trends
Course Goals: At the end of the semester course, it is the instructor's goal that each student will emerge with the following skills and interests:
~ Creative thinking skills
~ Technical skills
~ Vocational skills for a competitive job market
~ Interest in joining one of the production staffs
~ Ability to use a variety of media/technology
~ Respect for property and other people
~ Organizational skills
~ Ability to meet deadlines
Grading: The four journalism "units" will each contain written assignments, as well as hands-on production projects and assessments to verify that vocational goals have been met. A daily production grade will be included in the video unit.
Food and Drink: Food and drink are allowed in Room 117; however, the items must be consumed at the worktables only. These items are not allowed at the computer workstations. If students abuse this rule, food and drink will be eliminated entirely from Room 117.
Phones: Phones are allowed in Room 117; however, they are to be left at the worktables at all times. If a student needs to text someone for a quote, add a date to their calendar, or communicate with parents, that is certainly allowed IF the students requests permission from the instructor first.
Equipment: Students are financially responsible for every piece of equipment from the moment it is checked out to them until the moment it is returned to the instructor.