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Political Journalist Course

What will I learn?

Take your journalism career to the next level with our Course in Political Journalism, specifically designed for professionals looking to master the ins and outs of media and politics in Zambia. Learn about media bias, the role of media in Zambian politics, and how social media affects political communication here in Zambia. Sharpen your fact-checking abilities, assess how trustworthy sources are, and avoid spreading misinformation. Get a deeper understanding of Zambian political systems, different political ideas, and how the Zambian government works. Improve your writing and reporting skills, learn good research methods, and stick to journalistic ethics. Join us now to become a respected voice in political journalism in Zambia.

Apoia's Unique Offerings

Online courses with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and organise the chapters you wish to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet required

Develop your skills

Enhance your practical skills listed below

Master media bias: Learn to analyse and report news objectively and fairly.

Fact-checking expertise: Verify information carefully and ensure sources are credible.

Political systems insight: Understand how the Zambian government operates and different political ideologies.

Engaging reporting: Develop the ability to write interesting introductions and well-structured reports.

Ethical journalism: Find the right balance between objectivity and standing up for what's right, while maintaining integrity.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course aimed at personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but provides practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.