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    Journalism for Beginners: Effective Interviewing and Writing.

    There have never been more opportunities to become a journalist. In these courses, you will learn all of the fundamentals of this exciting work – from how to identify a good story and interview sources, to developing narratives and writing powerfully and credibly.
    I have been a professional journalist, editor, and publisher in Europe and the US for more than 35 years. I have worked for the New York Times Co. and have won many journalism awards, including the top investigative journalism award in the US.

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    We can also meet at the location of your choice.

    Location

    At teacher's location: Pootstraat, Delft, Netherlands
    At student's location: Around Delft, Netherlands
    Online via webcam

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    General info

    Age:
    Teenagers (13-17 years old)
    Adults (18-64 years old)
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    Student level:
    Beginner
    Duration:
    30 minutes
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    The class is taught in:English

    About Me

    I have been a professional journalist, editor and publisher in Europe and the US for more than 35 years. I have won many journalism awards, including the top investigative journalism award in the US. I am a skilled coach and trainer at all levels.

    Education

    Master's Degree in Journalism, University of Florida, 1991
    Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, University of Florida, 1986
    Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Florida Tech, 1983

    Experience / Qualifications

    Staff writer, New York Times Co.
    News writer, Miami Herald
    Publisher, Washington Free Press
    News writer, Seattle Weekly
    Staff writer, Whistleblower Network News
    News Editor, Coast Weekly, California
    News writer, Deutsche Welle
    Visiting faculty, International Anti-Corruption Academy

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