MCOM 2275 Photojournalism

This course examines principles of visual journalism, focusing on telling journalistic stories through still photography.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MCOM 1500 and MCOM 2200.

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: even fall day

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Distinguish the difference between photography and photojournalism.
2. Develop a basic understanding of the different features and technical aspects of an SLR camera and a smartphone camera.
3. Understand the basic principles of photojournalism.
4. Recognize different facets of photojournalism and gain practical experience in each area.
5. Understand how media law and ethics is incorporated into photojournalism practice.
6. Understand the basics of photo editing, specifically in a journalistic practice.
7. Recognize appropriate moments of photojournalism, and the type of shots required.