Description
Looking for a fun and engaging way for your child to learn about the world of journalism? Look no further than The House of Education’s Journalism Club! Designed for children ages 9-16, this program teaches kids the basics of journalism, from researching and interviewing to writing and publishing their own stories.
Led by experienced journalist and teacher Kyria Kalata, the program is perfect for kids who love to write, ask questions, and share their ideas with others. Each week, your child will explore a new topic and learn valuable skills such as critical thinking, research, writing, editing, and more.
In addition to the weekly lessons and activities, the program includes access to a private online community where kids can connect with other young journalists, share their work, and receive feedback and support. With a focus on creativity, collaboration, and self-expression, the Journalism Club is the perfect way for your child to develop their writing skills and discover the power of storytelling.
Enroll your child in the Journalism Club today and watch them discover their inner journalist
The live 90 minutes hands-on portion of the class will:
- Introduction to Multimedia Journalism
- News Story Pitch Session
- Research and Planning
- Creating Multimedia Content
- Article Planning
- Podcast Episode Planning
- Multimedia Show Planning
- Editing and Presenting
One weekly 30 minute private training meeting
The 10 hour interactive prerecorded portion of the class will cover:
- Introduction to multimedia journalism
- Writing for multimedia
- Photography and videography
- Audio journalism
- Video journalism
- Creating multimedia stories
- Legal and ethical considerations
Live Sessions
Week 1:
- Introduction to Multimedia Journalism
- Learning outcome: Students understand the basics of multimedia journalism and are able to pitch a story idea to their peers.
Week 2:
- Research and Planning
- Learning outcome: Students are able to conduct effective research and plan their article, podcast episode, and multimedia show with guidance from the instructor.
Week 3:
- Creating Multimedia Content
- Learning outcome: Students are able to produce high-quality multimedia content, including articles, podcast episodes, and multimedia shows, using a variety of tools and techniques.
Week 4:
- Editing and Presenting
- Learning outcome: Students are able to edit and finalize their multimedia content and present their work to the group with confidence and clarity.
