CTE Graduate Students participate on Journalism in the Digital Age

Zamboanga City—Graduate students from the College of Teacher Education (CTE) at Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) took part in a seminar workshop on journalism and digital media on Saturday, September 21, 2024. The event, held at the CTE Accreditation Room, organized by the CTE Graduate School Association (GSA), members of the Chronicle Editorial Board, and resource speakers, among others.

The workshop aimed to provide participants with fundamental skills and knowledge in journalism and digital media to enrich the Graduate School official publication—Chronicle. Organizers emphasized the importance of equipping students with essential tools for effective  journalism in the digital age. The event also focused on improving the quality of content produced by the Graduate School students through enhanced storytelling and writing techniques.

The resource speaker, Associate Professor Haydee G. Adalia, an expert in the field of journalism, shared valuable insights on journalism in the digital age. She discussed the challenges and opportunities brought by new media technologies, stressing the need for credible and responsible reporting. Her discussion covered key topics such as the Digital Media of today and How to spot fact and fake information, and the ethics of journalism, which are crucial for the participants to grasp the modern-day journalism.

Participants were then tasked to write journalistic pieces based on the topics given to them. Afterward, the resource speaker led a critique session where the journalistic write-ups were reviewed. Constructive feedback was provided, focusing on improving clarity, objectivity, and adherence to journalistic standards. The session encouraged participants to reflect on their strengths and areas for improvement, fostering a deeper understanding of journalistic principles.

Dr. Arnel R. Madrazo, Chairperson of the CTE – Graduate School of the College of Teacher Education noted that the workshop would not only enhance the students’ journalistic skills but also contribute significantly to the growth of the Graduate School Chronicle.

Author:

Alprince King A. Biri, LPT

Associate Editor, The Chronicle