BM27227 – Feature Writing: Newspaper/Internet
Module code
BM27227
Module title
Feature Writing: Newspaper/Internet
Prescription
Programmes
- BM0901
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
5
Delivery method
- Web-Based
Learning hours
- Directed hours
- 25
- Self directed hours
- 25
- Total learning hours
- 50
Resources required
- Content
- Outcome 1
Develop and write a feature profile for publication.
Range - Evidence is required for the writing of one feature profile of at least 800 words which will be suitable for publication in a newspaper or on an internet news site.
Evidence requirements
1.1 A topical subject for the feature profile is selected, and the subject is researched using relevant sources of information.
Range - Relevant sources may include but are not limited to - reference library, internet, public records, documentation, friends, colleagues, relatives, critics; evidence is required for a minimum of three sources.
1.2 Information is gathered, analysed, and organised.
Range - Includes but is not limited to - interview notes, notes with subject, research documentation; may include - recordings with the subject.
1.3 The feature profile is written in accordance with the publishable standard.
Range - Compelling introduction, explanatory paragraph, attribution, authority base, quotes, statistics, description, context, colour, scope, transition links, tone, style, interpretation, analysis, side bars, pullout quotes.
1.4 The feature profile is corrected in accordance with the publishable standard and filed to meet training establishment practices.
Outcome 2
Develop and write a review for publication.
Range - Evidence is required for one review of at least 300 words which will be suitable for publication in a newspaper or on an internet news site.
Evidence requirements
2.1 A review topic is selected.
Range One of - live performance, book, film, music CD, television programme, video, DVD.
2.2 Information for the review is gathered, analysed, and organised.
2.3 The review is written in accordance with the publishable standard.
Range - Introduction, explanatory paragraph, authority base, description, context, colour, tone, voice, style, opinion, interpretation, analysis and supporting detail for publication participation, publisher, date of publication, cost.
2.4 The review is corrected in accordance with the publishable standard and filed to meet training establishment practices - Learning and Teaching Resource
- Teaching and Learning Resources:
Course workbook
Listed specific texts/library books
Internet references
Manuals/standards documents
Regulations
A full set of resources will be issued for this module including printed course work and assessment materials. Additionally students will be encouraged to use the library and other resources that can be accessed at Wintec. - Learning Outcomes
- This unit standard is intended for people studying journalism in an off-job situation.
People credited with this unit standard are able to develop and write a feature profile and a review for publication.
