Posts Tagged ‘Journalism skills’
Introduction to social media for high-quality interactive radio programs
Social media such as Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, and others have had an undeniable impact on the way information is disseminated on the radio, on news consumption habits, and on broadcasters’ practices in terms of both programming and on-air broadcasting. This practical guide provides basic information on how to use social media in interactive radio programming.
Read MoreHow to write a successful award or grant application
Introduction This Broadcaster how-to guide provides information and tips for individuals on how to prepare a successful application for a grant or award. Some information is more relevant to grant applications and some to award applications, and this will be indicated. This information is relevant to broadcasters and other journalists applying for awards or grants…
Read MoreHow to address sensitive issues on air
Introduction There are many types of sensitive issues that broadcasters could deal with on the radio: social issues, agricultural issues, gender equality issues, and many others. This document talks mostly about sexual and reproductive health and rights, which includes, for example, HIV and AIDS, male and female circumcision, and domestic violence or sexual abuse, amongst…
Read MoreOpportunity for farmers to speak and be heard
This module will introduce you to how you can give farmers an opportunity to speak and be heard.
Read MoreInformation interviews
This module will introduce you to how you can plan and prepare for an information interview carefully and choose the right questions.
The module takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.
Read MoreStorytelling interviews
Stories are a great way to truly capture peoples’ experiences and successes and support change. They can also hold the attention of your audience.
In this module, you’ll learn the ingredients of good storytelling and how to apply these ingredients when planning a storytelling interview.
The module takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.
Read MoreSocial and behaviour change communication
Go to the learning module Details Is your radio program about serving and impacting your community? You need to have an understanding of communication for development (C4D) and social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) to help you offer radio programs that integrate these principles. The self-guided module provides you with an introduction to social and…
Read MoreHow broadcasters can stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic
Some broadcasters may be at a heightened risk of contracting COVID-19 because they are required to communicate “live” with many people in various settings. Learn how to work while staying safe.
Read MoreWorking remotely as a radio broadcaster
Sometimes, radio broadcasters can’t report a story on-location or by meeting face-to-face with the people involved. But news media are considered an essential service in most countries, and this means that radio broadcasters will need to practise safe methods of continuing to report, but from a distance.
Read MoreFake news: How to identify it and what to do about it
The New York Times defines “fake news” as made-up stories with the intention to deceive, often geared toward getting clicks.
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