Print Journalism

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
Y/505/2317
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about newspapers, magazines and their readers.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify target readers for different newspapers and magazines.
  • 1.2
    Outline the features of a specific newspaper or magazine which make it appealing to a particular target group.
2

Know about the content of newspapers and magazines.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify different types of content in a specific newspaper or magazine (e.g. adverts, features, news stories).
3

Know about the design features of newspapers or magazines.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Identify key design features in a specific newspaper or magazine (e.g. headlines, use of different fonts, photos).
  • 3.2
    State how design features can be used to attract readers or help them find specific information within a newspaper or magazine.
4

Know what an editor does.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify an editor’s key tasks and responsibilities.