The Role of Media is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the news, journalism and how to effectively deal with the press.
The Role of the Media
The Role of the Media
This course is part of Communicating with Presence Specialization
Instructors: Greg Burke
Sponsored by Mojatu Foundation
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
8 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Assessments
5 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Communicating with Presence Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to interpret different scenarios and determine the most appropriate communication strategy and approach for a specific situation.
What's included
7 videos1 reading2 assignments
Upon completion of this module, learners will have acquired the necessary skills for recognising the different aspects of media including its definitions and role in society and how to use the tips and techniques to make a story newsworthy
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6 videos1 assignment
Upon completion of this module, participants will have acquired the necessary skills for public speaking as well as how to maintain attention and control in a press conference or media interview.
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7 videos2 assignments
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