Etherpad

Sadly, Etherpad has been disabled by google. Luckily, they gave away the code for free so there's lots of etherpad sites out there now.

We're using etherpad to write the script.

Opening Scene (murder)
http://typewith.me/BXspd39Kcf
Introductory scene (meet detective, see crime scene, meet friend)
http://typewith.me/YPHK2JF7ZA
Janitor's story
http://typewith.me/Ujpn3f0xSw
Emo kid's story
http://typewith.me/5oJ4QRrqZ4

Try to start the first three scenes.

Media Project Diagram

https://cacoo.com/diagrams/dGpZ7MDnbx7SHFUI

Radio Show

Radio Broadcasts

CBC Program Pitch Guide: http://www.cbc.ca/pitch/PDGroup_Pitch_Guide_newOct23_08.pdf

Outfront Pitch: http://www.cbc.ca/outfront/contribute/index.html

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

CBC Radio: Investigative Journalism

As I mentioned in last class, this unit is a combination of investigative journalism and radio broadcasting. Today, you'll be exploring both of these topics through CBC radio. CBC radio is a national, publicly-funded, internationally acclaimed media source. Below I have assembled a list of top-notch investigative journalism programs that you will get to explore today. Choose one of the programs that interest you and click the link. Each link will lead you to a slew of past episodes created by the program. Find an episode that interests you (the more recent the better) and listen to the complete episode. Episodes range in length from 20min to 35min.
You will be required to complete two tasks associated with this activity. First, complete the handout "Deconstructing Audio Texts." Although the boxes are small, try to include as many details as possible.
Secondly, write a minimum of 150 words about the investigative aspects of the episode you listened too. Explain what the episode was about and how the program explored that issue. Include a list of sources that were used in the episode.

White Coat, Black Art: A program that explores everything to do with the practice of medicine

C'est la Vie: An English program about what life is like in French-speaking Canada

The Current: A news program that goes into depth about current events

Dispatches: A news program that goes into depth about current events by connecting with journalists that are where the news is happening

DNTO (Definitely not the Opera): An entertaining program about pop culture

Age of Persuasion: An interesting exploration of the advertising world (the last show was about Shamwow)

Quirks & Quarks: If you are a science fan, this program is for you

Spark: A program about technology and the world of computers

Q: A fun program about the arts (from street graffiti to ballet)

Inside Track: A program about athletics in Canada

You will be presenting your work to the rest of the class at the beginning of next Journalism class.

Mindmapping

Mindmapping (Inspiration, MyWebspiration, FreeMind, bubble.us, Gliffy)

Type these into google

Voice Thread

http://voicethread.com/#q.b826510.i4395673

Etherpad

http://etherpad.com/53wVmoXI7g

Journalism Test

Investigative Journalism

- Discuss how the episode you watched fits within CBC’s definition. The definition is posted on the blog. (Write on separate piece of paper)

- List the investigative techniques that the journalists use to explore the issue. (Write on separate piece of paper)

http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/2010/gps_distraction/main.html

CBC definition of investigative journalism.

Investigative Journalism: While all journalism is, in a wide sense, investigative, the term can be particularly applied to the vigorous, intense examination of institutions or activities which concern public policy or touch upon the lives of a large part of the population. Investigative journalism should bear in mind the relative importance of an issue and should not be exclusively concerned with the revelation of errors, injustice or wrongdoing. Minor matters should not be treated when more significant topics warrant attention.

This is a particularly sensitive type of journalism, which can have a powerful effect upon the public mind and, consequently, upon the livelihood and well-being of individuals and the viability of public institutions and private enterprises. It therefore calls for heightened skills and the maintenance of strict standards of accuracy. Investigative journalism should not be conducted without adequate resources and the time needed for exhaustive research. (CBC Standards for Investigative Journalism)