Three 600 wd. travel articles with multimedia (30%)
Four guest blogs (25%)
Class participation (5%)
Note: Since this is a short semester – a doctor’s note must be presented for any missed class. If more than one class is missed, you may be asked to drop the course.
GRADING for articles20% for a strong headline and a compelling, scene-setter lead
50% for a grammatically correct story that establishes a sense of place using quotes and at least one each of these literary tools: metaphor, simile and alliteration
10% for an ending that circles back to the beginning
20% for photos and video
Grading for radio vignette
50% for lead, facts and content
50% for presentation (audio levels, mistake-free delivery)
Please use Present tense
Music or other sound at beginning and end
At least one sound bite from an interview – more is better
No first person
9o seconds minimum to 2 minutes max
Any radio vignettes NOT using photos or video must be uploaded to SOUNDCLOUD and then posted on your site.
EXTRA CREDIT for vignettes chosen for NPR show. EXTRA credit for visuals that sync with audio (uploaded to your site via youtube)
