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A Newshound's Guide to Student Journalism

by Katina Paron

Subject
Media Studies
Age
Teen
Format
Trade Paperback
Pages
206
Publisher
McFarland & Company
Size
17.8 cm × 25.1 cm
ISBN
9781476675916

Covering the basics of media arts values and practice, this graphic textbook offers cub reporters a primer on the drama, adventure and ethical conundrums that make journalism rewarding and fun. Using ripped-from-the-headlines examples, the authors challenge students to engage with the big issues. The stories revolve around a diverse newspaper staff at an urban high school who find themselves in a series of teachable moments. Packed with reporting exercises and fundamentals of the craft, woven into engaging narratives, each comic also gives readers a look at the real-life event that inspired the tale.

About the creators

Katina ParonAuthor

Brooklyn-based Katina Paron, MJE, has been creating byline opportunities for teens for 30 years. She has worked on scholastic initiatives with Medill School of Journalism and Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and has led teen journalism programs for The Trace, Inside Climate News, Jewish Telegraphic Agency and more.

Javier GuelfiAuthor

Javier Guelfi is an Argentine-born and -based cartoonist, illustrator and graphic designer. He has worked for companies and NGOs including Netflix, BuzzFeed, Univision, Unicef and many local and international media outlets.

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What reviewers said

“Journalism is the only profession protected by the Constitution, and this fantastic guide helps budding reporters understand their special role in society. ...top-notch treatment of journalism basics and spot-on writing activities... Particularly powerful are chapters on First Amendment rights and social media’s influence on journalism... A thorough and engaging resource”—Booklist; “A comprehensive instruction manual for student journalists.... Paron and Güelfi combine informative lessons on contemporary journalism strategies and lists of resources with fictional and real-world examples to…
Sarah Bartlett, Dean, Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY.
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