Poynter hosts free, self-directed courses [Worldwide]

Posted on Jun 15, 2020 in Journalism Basics

Anyone can take these free, self-directed courses in English.

Poynter presents the online courses "Clear, strong writing for broadcast journalism" and "How to effectively teach online."

In "Clear, strong writing for broadcast journalism," topics include how to produce a story that is succinct but memorable, the importance of strong leads, story motivators and the value of conflict, and how to write and produce quality broadcasts.

In "How to effectively teach online," participants will learn from veteran interactive learning experts on how to adapt in-person teaching plans into redesigned instructional activities for online learning

The courses can be taken at any time. 

Registration is ongoing.