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This introductory course is designed for students who have an interest in writing; editing; design and other types media communications. Students will engage in hands-on activities including but not limited to the planning and publication of the school newspaper and yearbook and will also be members of the school?s SkillsUSA Digital Communications chapter. The first part of the course will focus more on history and foundational basics of the media industry and production. Students will create a resume and portfolio that showcases their best work (writing; photography; design; new media; etc.). This portfolio will be updated throughout the course and will continue to be so as part of the required work for both the Digital Communications programs. Students will also explore careers in multimedia journalism; digital communications; and digital photography related fields. ADE CTE Technical Standards for Digital Communications; Arizona Workplace Employability Skills; and Arizona College and Career Ready Standards will be integrated throughout the course.

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• CTE
• Career and technical education

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Online / Virtual