Links to writing course information:

• Writing Course Policies: Explanations of class expectations for the semester.

• Tips and Texts: Information on class textbooks and helpful advice.

• Course Schedule: Details on due dates for typical readings, assignments and tests.

ccuracy, balance, clarity and detail are key to the creation of quality content that communicates effectively on the Internet, in print publications, in advertising, broadcast, corporate communications or any other area of media.

Elon University School of Communications writing and multimedia production courses COM 110, 310, 340 and 450 focus on text-based writing style in long, medium and short forms, as its principles are the basis for all media forms. Digital media convergence, multimedia approaches and the repurposing of content for multiple media uses are covered in these courses.

Quality content exhibits a media writer's knowledge of and skills in critical conceptualization, research methods, grammar and spelling; ability to organize carefully confirmed information and compose tightly in logical, compelling sequence; ability to craft dynamic leads; use of strong verbs and active voice; knack for using quotes, anecdotes and descriptive detail to tell a good story well; the selection and execution of the correct multimedia approaches. These are the goals of any media content creator.

Students in these courses will be expected to strive to do their best to fulfill these goals on each and every assignment throughout the semester. Quality and attention to detail are expected at all times.

If I am using this site for your course, the links from this page to Writing Policies, Tips & Texts and the Course Schedule will lead you to specific information about the course you are taking. Please read all content carefully in order to give yourself your best chance for success.

ACADEMIC HONOR CODE

Elon students are expected to: refrain from cheating, including plagiarism; refrain from lying; express opinions with civility and with consideration for the opinions of others; respect shared intellectual property and resources; promote the importance of the honor code in all their interactions for the benefit of the learning community.

Each student must take responsibility for addressing the issue of integrity with other members of the community who violate standards. A student who witnesses a violation of the academic honor code is expected to confront the suspected student and/or report the violation to the Office of Academic Affairs, located in Alamance.

All members of the community must work together to ensure that Elon is a place at which each individual can experience the most sound academic and personal development. It is hoped and expected that all students will choose positively to uphold a standard of integrity.

Links to writing course information:

• Writing Course Policies: Explanations of expectations.

• Tips and Texts: Information on class textbooks and helpful advice.

• Course Schedule: Details on due dates for readings, assignments and tests.