Developing Feature Stories
Feature stories tell a compelling story, but they are built on fact and require writers to have in-depth reporting and research skills. This course will put you on the right path in your journey toward writing rigorous and compelling feature stories. You will learn the art and craft of finding feasible, yet ''newsworthy'', and ''photographable'' story ideas. Throughout the course, you will explore the process of gathering information and accessing different sources, different research methods, as well as common practices when conducting interviews.
What you'll learn
- Skills to analyze what makes a story idea worthy.
- Methods to develop a feasible story idea.
- The ability to compare and contrast ordinary talk with interviewing, and analyze interview techniques.
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| Length | 4 weeks |
| Effort | 4 weeks, 2–4 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $199 |
| From | University of Cape Town via edX |
| Instructor | Dr. Ronald Irwin |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Personal Development |
| Tags | Communication |
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| Rating | Not enough ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 weeks |
| Effort | 4 weeks, 2–4 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $199 |
| From | University of Cape Town via edX |
| Instructor | Dr. Ronald Irwin |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Personal Development |
| Tags | Communication |
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