This course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to practice solutions journalism effectively.
What You'll Learn
In this course, participants will learn how to critically analyze, engage stakeholders, and tell solutions-based stories.
Understand the principles and purpose of solutions journalism while exploring examples of solutions-oriented reporting and its impact.
Techniques for framing solutions-focused stories effectively with a detailed analysis of different framing techniques used in solutions journalism
Strategies for researching and evaluating the effectiveness of solutions with the techniques for identifying potential solutions to social problems
A guide to reporting solutions-oriented stories, including in-depth research, analysis, and storytelling techniques for uncovering underlying issues and potential solutions.
Understand the importance of community engagement in solutions journalism, including ethical considerations when engaging with sources and communities.
Media strategies for maximizing impact of solutions journalism stories using digital tools and multimedia platforms while collaborating with other journalists and organizations.
Principles of accuracy, transparency, and accountability in reporting solutions with a detailed guidelines for avoiding common pitfalls and biases in solutions reporting.
This Course Includes:
Introduction to solutions journalism with the the power of framing.
Ethics and Standards in Solutions Journalism with a Practice
Identifying and Reporting the solutions.
Engaging with communities while amplifying impact
Future Trends in Solutions Journalism
Capstone Solutions Journalism Project
Course Logistic:
Each batch limited to 10 students.
Flexible class hours: Customized slots on Fridays/Saturdays.
Eligibility: UG and PG students.
Certification after successful completion, including a final test.
Materials and Support:
Course notes/ recording will be provided to the students.
Daily lessons, assignments, breakout rooms, and Q&A sessions.
Books available at additional cost.
Dedicated WhatsApp Group for continuous support, mentoring, internships, and placement assistance.
Course Structure:
Each course will consist of 2 hours of interactive lectures per week, supplemented by practical assignments and projects.
Regular doubt clearance sessions will be conducted to address participant queries and concerns.
At the end of the three-month duration, participants will undergo comprehensive assessments to evaluate their understanding and proficiency in the subject matter followed by Certificates.
Fees Structure:
Individual Course: ₹5000.00/-
All Five Courses Together: ₹20000.00/- (One Course Free)
College-recommended students eligible for discounts.