Course

Unit 1

History and Development of Print Journalism

Definition of Journalism – Origin and evolution of print journalism – Milestones in the history of newspapers and magazines – Role of print journalism in shaping public opinion – Major print journalism personalities and their contributions – The structure and function of a newsroom

Unit 2

News Writing and Reporting 

Fundamentals of news writing: the inverted pyramid structure – Writing headlines, leads, and news stories – Techniques for investigative reporting – Feature writing and human interest stories – Interviewing skills and source management

Unit 3

Editing, Layout, and Design 

Principles of editing: grammar, style, and clarity – Copyediting symbols and proofreading – Layout and design principles for newspapers and magazines – Use of typography, images, and infographics

Unit 4

Ethical and Legal Considerations in Print Journalism 

Ethics in journalism: accuracy, fairness, and objectivity – Press laws and regulations – Libel, defamation, and privacy issues – Codes of conduct and professional standards – Case studies on ethical dilemmas in print journalism

Unit 5

Digital Transformation and Future Trends in Print Journalism 

The impact of digital media on print journalism – Convergence of print and digital media – The role of social media in news dissemination – Challenges and opportunities in the digital age – Future trends and sustainability of print journalism

Course Objective: 

To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and ethical considerations of print journalism, focusing on news writing, reporting, editing, and the evolving landscape of the print media industry. 

Course Outcomes (COs): 

After completing the course, learners should be able to: 

1. Understand the history and development of print journalism, and its role in society.
2. Master the techniques of news writing and reporting, including investigative journalism.
3. Develop skills in editing, layout, and design for print media. 
4. Analyze the ethical and legal considerations in print journalism. 
5. Evaluate the impact of digital transformation on print journalism and future trends.

CO – PO Mapping:

1. Rich, C. (2015). Writing and Reporting News: A Coaching Method (8th ed.). Cengage Learning.
2. Mencher, M. (2010). News Reporting and Writing (12th ed.). McGraw-Hill.
3. Itule, B. D., & Anderson, D. A. (2012). News Writing and Reporting for Today’s Media (8th ed.). McGraw-Hill.
4. Harrower, T. (2012). Inside Reporting: A Practical Guide to the Craft of Journalism (3rd ed.). McGraw-Hill.
5. Kovach, B., & Rosenstiel, T. (2014). The Elements of Journalism: What Newspeople Should Know and the Public Should Expect (3rd ed.). Three Rivers Press.