http://webinars.newsu.org Mon, 2 Nov 2009 14:19:15 EST Ellyn Angelotti Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:40:02 EST http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=nwsu_facebook09 http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=nwsu_facebook09 Facebook isn't just for personal status updates and reconnecting with high school friends, it's also a valuable journalistic tool. Facebook in your news organization can reach new readers, enhance storytelling and engage an online audience. In this one-hour Webinar we'll checkout how other news organizations are using Facebook, some business benefits, and ethical challenges. Jack Lail Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:11:17 EST http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=nwsu_webComments09 http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=nwsu_webComments09 Reader comments can generate a lot of traffic on your site -- and a lot of backlash. Comments also can be an essential part of building a relationship with your audience. Hear how the Knoxville News Sentinel and knoxnews.com navigated ethical concerns in order to foster a civil conversation online. This Webinar is developed in partnership with Associated Press Managing Editors with the support of the Canadian Newspaper Association. Heather Forbes Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:45:07 EST http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=dart_traumaWebinar09 http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=dart_traumaWebinar09 Images of human suffering, gore, death and destruction caused by violence or natural disaster can't simply be wiped from anyone's psyche. Journalists in the field and in the newsroom are no exception. Traumatic events affect journalists' well-being and their ability to do their job. Learn how to recognize and manage stress and trauma. We'll also show you how news organizations can develop an action to help staffers who are experiencing trauma. This Webinar is offered in partnership with the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma. Jacqui Banaszynski Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:05:03 EST http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=nwsu_webwritingwebinar09 http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=nwsu_webwritingwebinar09 Online reading patterns pose a great challenge for writers struggling to attract and keep readers. Information needs to be understandable at a glance, and help readers make quick choices about where to go next. Effective Web writing has some special characteristics. This one-hour Webinar will introduce you to basic newswriting tips to help you make the most of the news for your online audience. Marcy Lowe Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:19:07 EST http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=nwsu_greenWebinar09 http://www.newsu.org/courses/course_detail.aspx?id=nwsu_greenWebinar09 How do you cut through the buzz words, the numbers and conflicting opinions about green jobs? Do green jobs mean more jobs in your community? What, exactly, is a "green job" anyway? Learn the basics of the green economy, the questions you need to ask and the resources that will help you tell better stories -- no matter what beat you cover. This Webinar is offered in partnership with the Knight Center for Specialized Journalism. Our online classroom is just a click away.