Activism and Citizen Journalism through Media

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Free Online Course: Activism and Citizen Journalism through Media provided by edX is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 4 weeks long, 2-3 hours a week. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Activism and Citizen Journalism through Media is taught by Paul McNally, Akona Zibonti, Boikaego Seadira, Sumeya Gasa, Susan Stos, Itumeleng Bahetane and Indra de Lanerolle.

Overview
  • Media is a powerful tool for promoting social justice. If you are an activist involved in promoting or advocating for a social cause, this course will provide you with valuable information and guidance.

    The course will help you to identify and pitch a newsworthy story, select appropriate media for publicising your story; and assess the impact of your story. The course also addresses working in an ethical way as both an activist and citizen journalist.