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Which of the following best describes the focus of the course MCM 111: Introduction to Travel Communication?
Which of the following best describes the focus of the course MCM 111: Introduction to Travel Communication?
- Studying the history of mass communication.
- Developing skills in writing and broadcasting travelogues. (correct)
- Analyzing political communication strategies.
- Understanding the principles of advertising and marketing.
Travel journalism primarily focuses on providing subjective opinions about travel experiences rather than informative and insightful stories.
Travel journalism primarily focuses on providing subjective opinions about travel experiences rather than informative and insightful stories.
False (B)
Name two key concepts in travel journalism that students are expected to define and apply upon completion of the course.
Name two key concepts in travel journalism that students are expected to define and apply upon completion of the course.
tourist gaze, staged authenticity
Theoretical perspectives such as _______, postcolonial theory, and cultural difference are applied to audiovisual, photographic, and written 'texts' in travel journalism.
Theoretical perspectives such as _______, postcolonial theory, and cultural difference are applied to audiovisual, photographic, and written 'texts' in travel journalism.
Why is understanding globalisation important in the field of travel journalism?
Why is understanding globalisation important in the field of travel journalism?
Identifying and producing different forms of travel journalism is not a key objective of the Introduction to Travel Communication course.
Identifying and producing different forms of travel journalism is not a key objective of the Introduction to Travel Communication course.
According to the course outline, what are the 'Ws' of travel journalism that students need to learn?
According to the course outline, what are the 'Ws' of travel journalism that students need to learn?
In addition to the 5 Ws, students must also learn "H", which stands for ______.
In addition to the 5 Ws, students must also learn "H", which stands for ______.
What skill does the course emphasize for students regarding travel stories?
What skill does the course emphasize for students regarding travel stories?
Match the theoretical perspectives with their application in travel journalism:
Match the theoretical perspectives with their application in travel journalism:
According to the course outline, what is the expected outcome of the government policies and travel journalism module?
According to the course outline, what is the expected outcome of the government policies and travel journalism module?
The course does not cover the essential qualities of a travel journalist.
The course does not cover the essential qualities of a travel journalist.
Name one element of good travel writing, according to the course objectives.
Name one element of good travel writing, according to the course objectives.
Besides writing skills, the course assists students in developing an individual ______ to write and broadcast travelogues.
Besides writing skills, the course assists students in developing an individual ______ to write and broadcast travelogues.
Match the following terms with their descriptions as related to travel journalism:
Match the following terms with their descriptions as related to travel journalism:
In the context of the course, what does understanding 'staged authenticity' involve?
In the context of the course, what does understanding 'staged authenticity' involve?
The course primarily teaches students how to become travel agents rather than travel journalists.
The course primarily teaches students how to become travel agents rather than travel journalists.
Name one of the textbooks recommended or relevant to the course Introduction to Travel Communication.
Name one of the textbooks recommended or relevant to the course Introduction to Travel Communication.
Students in the course are expected to understand how both ___________ and media shape the travel industry.
Students in the course are expected to understand how both ___________ and media shape the travel industry.
What is the medium of instruction in the academic YouTube Channel of the course lecturer?
What is the medium of instruction in the academic YouTube Channel of the course lecturer?
Flashcards
What is Travel Journalism?
What is Travel Journalism?
Writing informative stories on the travel industry
Travel Journalism Skill
Travel Journalism Skill
Skill to write and broadcast travelogues for travel and tourism programs
Culture and Media's Role
Culture and Media's Role
How culture and media shape the travel industry
Peculiarities of Travel
Peculiarities of Travel
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Sources for Travel Stories
Sources for Travel Stories
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Qualities of a Travel Journalist
Qualities of a Travel Journalist
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Policies and Travel Journalism
Policies and Travel Journalism
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Travel Journalism Platforms
Travel Journalism Platforms
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Theoretical Perspectives
Theoretical Perspectives
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Travel Journalism Assignment
Travel Journalism Assignment
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Study Notes
Introduction to Travel Communication (MCM 111)
- This course is worth 2 Units C, with 30 hours of lectures and no practical hours.
- Lecturer: Eric Msughter Aondover, PhD; Contact: [email protected]; +234 703 344 3483
- Course explores travel journalism, which is a subset of journalism
- Students will learn to develop journalistic skills and a unique style for travelogues.
- Focus is placed on understanding how culture and media influence the travel industry
- The course also addresses managing challenges in new places, cultures, and cuisines as a travel journalist.
Course Objectives
- Develop competence in defining and applying key travel journalism concepts, including 'tourist gaze' and 'staged authenticity.'
- Understand and apply theoretical perspectives like globalisation and postcolonial theory to audiovisual, photographic, and written content
- Gain knowledge of travel journalism news sources
- Understand the principles of travel journalism
- Produce different forms of travel journalism
Course Outline
- Week 1: Key Concepts of Travel Journalism
- Define three concepts related to travel journalism.
- Explain the Ws of travel journalism.
- Week 2: Sourcing Travel Journalism Stories
- Identify three sources for travel journalism stories.
- Define and describe a travel journalist.
- Discuss two influences of travel journalism.
- Week 3: Qualities and Elements of Travel Journalism
- Identify three essential qualities of a travel journalist.
- Identify and apply three elements of good travel writing.
- Identify the core foci of travel journalism.
- Week 4: Government Policies and Travel Journalism
- Discuss one government policy related to travel journalism.
- Define journalism.
- Identify the 5Ws and H.
- Week 5: Travel Journalism for Different Platforms
- Discuss the various platforms.
- Identify at least three media platforms suited for travel journalism.
Course Outline cont.
- Week 6: Theoretical Perspectives on Travel Journalism
- Define theoretical concepts affecting travel journalism.
- Discuss two ways these concepts affect the practice of travel journalism.
- Week 7: Writing Insightful Travel Stories
- Explain tips for writing insightful stories.
- Identify three essential features of insightful travel stories
- Produce a first draft of writing
- Week 8: Unique Observations in Writing
- Refine writing with more focus
- Produce a second piece of writing
- Week 9: Planning the Story
- Focus on medium
- Identify elements of the story
- Learn who will read it
- Clarify the highlight of the story Identify elements of the five (5) Ws and H
- Produce the structure for travel writing
- Week 10: Producing the Project
- Showcase progress on the project.
Course Assessment & Assignments
- Mid-semester Exam: 20%
- Projects/Assignments: 20%
- Examination: 60%
- A test at the end of seven weeks of lectures
- Assignments include one in-depth travel story in the format chosen (writing, photography, audio, video) and one 36-hour advice story in that format.
Course Textbooks and Materials
- Suggested textbooks:
- Hanusch, F. & Fursich, E. (2014). Travel journalism : Exploring production, impact and culture. Palgrave Macmillan Ltd.
- National Geographic Magazine.
- White, A (2012). Breaking into travel Journalism – Advice from the experts. https://www.theguardian.com/careers/breaking-into-travel-journalism
- Hussain, A. (2023). Don’t let someone else narrate your stories for you. https://institute.aljazeera.net/en/ajr/article/2317
Additional Information
- Office location: Eric Msughter Aondover, PhD, Mass Communication Building (1st Floor)
- Lecture Room: L103, College of Media and Communication Studies Building
- Lecture Hours: 1-2 on Thursday
- Office Hours: 8-10am, 12-4p.m. Wednesday & Thursday, or when Eric Msughter Aondover is in his office.
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