Describes a course that recently integrated instruction in reporting and editing into a basic newsgathering and processing class. (HTH)

Describes the use of computer based exercises for copy editing and tutorial dialog for lead writing instruction. (HOD)

Describes how the author taught a class (called "Editing for Broadcasting") for 19 neophyte newspeople through total immersion: students learned how to run a newsroom while operating one. Notes that students learned the principles and fundamentals of broadcast journalism, including news judgment, writing, editing, reporting, and…

Presents a method that has student reporters write headline suggestions on their stories before submission to avoid nonsignificant headlines. This technique was judged worthwhile by three professional copy editors. (CRH)

Describes an editing course offered at Arizona State University which attempts to address all of the skills needed on the news desks including word skills, graphic applications, edition and page design, and electronic photography. (MG)