IGNOU MJM-22 - Writing and Editing for Print Media

1. Select a widely-read newspaper and analyze its design and layout. Focus on elements like the placement of headlines, choice of images, use of color, and the overall visual hierarchy. How do these design choices impact reader engagement and the communication of key information? Compare this with an alternative newspaper design style. 2. Create an infographic that visually represents data on a recent social or economic trend in India. Focus on clarity, accuracy, and aesthetic appeal in your design. Explain how your infographic makes complex data more accessible and engaging to the general public, and discuss the importance of visual data representation in journalism. Submit the printout of your infographics. 3. Compose an editorial addressing a pressing national issue in India, such as healthcare reform, educational disparities, or environmental challenges. Provide a well-reasoned argument that examines the complexities of the issue, suggests possible solutions, and calls for specific actions. 4. Develop a news pitch for a story that investigates a significant but underreported issue in your community or region. Your pitch should include a brief overview of the topic, its relevance, potential sources, and the unique angle you plan to explore. Explain why this story is important now and how it will resonate with your audience. 5. Write a profile piece on an individual in your community who is making a significant impact but has not gained widespread recognition. Your profile should explore their background, motivations, challenges, and contributions. Ensure your piece captures the essence of the individual while connecting their personal journey to a larger narrative.

1. Select any two newspapers published in India. One should be a national daily and another one should be a regional one. Make sure that both come from two different languages. As per your learning from Units 12 and 13 (Page Layout & Principles of Page Design), analyse the chosen two newspapers' designs and write your critical interpretations. Take a screenshot of sample pages and use the mobile/computer markup tools to highlight your interpretations. 2. Select any 'Explainer' or 'Backgrounder' news stories that got published a month or two before the submission of your assignments. Create two infographics using any online tools, as prescribed in the MJM022 (page number 235). Submit the printout of your infographics. 3. Identify a national/regional issue of the recent past. Read more about the issue and refer the Unit 7 (Editorial Writing) and write a well-balanced editorial for a national audience. 4. Based on your observation in your locality, identify a pitch for a news website. Write a brief about your pitch and do a mind map exercise for the chosen pitch. 5. Identify a newsmaker from your locality/district, and write a profile of that person. Submit the photograph of that person with your assignment.