This is an interactive website, aimed at students of journalism which provides useful information on reporting Covid-19. It includes a guide on how the news is created during the pandemic and information on the demand for dependable news. It also sets out the responsibilities of the devolved Governments during the crisis. The resource also includes videos and a quiz.
Reporting on...Covid-19
Reporting on.... Welsh Politics
Here is a collection of resources for budding journalists or anyone who would like to learn more about Welsh politics.
It includes:
- An interactive website which is an introduction to Welsh politics.
- A video introducing the work of the Welsh Parliament.
- A video looking at the democratic deficit in Wales.
- A podcast discussing how to report on an election.
These resources were developed by JOMEC, (The School of Journalism, Media and Culture, Cardiff University)
Esboniadur Newyddiaduraeth ('Journalism Explained')
'Esboniadur Newyddiaduraeth' brings different definitions and concepts of news, journalism and the media in Wales and beyond together in an easy to use resource.
Cist Offer Newyddiaduraeth ('A Journalist’s Treasure Trove')
Journalists have to master a wide range of skills. 'Cist Offer' provides practical advice in key areas for new journalists. In a series of videos, some of the industry’s most experienced practitioners share tips and advice on some of the main aspects of the job.
Botwm y Byd ('Click to the World')
A series of resources to teach New Media, Modern Languages and Politics through the medium of Welsh. There are three main sections: 'Byd Bach' (Small World), 'Pedwar Ban' (The Four Corners) and 'Adnoddau Addysgu' (Teaching Resources).
'Byd Bach' is a series of broadcasts, where contributors summarise, in 7-10 minutes, the main press stories of a particular country, with special attention to international stories.
'Pedwar Ban' also includes broadcasts: the contributors were invited to read through the newspapers of different countries, coming together to discuss some of the main stories.
There is also a series of interactive exercises, traditional work sheets and vocabulary lists, as well as career videos.