Classroom Resources

Journalism exposes reporters to trauma and tragedy of all kinds. Yet few aspiring journalists are taught how  to recognize trauma and stress reactions in survivors, to make informed ethical choices about trauma news, or to deal with their own emotional reactions while on the job.

The Dart Center strongly recommends that all journalists – whether in the classroom or on the job – acquire core competencies in trauma-aware newsgathering, interviewing and ethics. These resources will help journalism educators to effectively teach trauma journalism including the art of newsgathering, storytelling, and self care in the midst of tragedy and its aftermath.

 

Resources for Journalism Educators

To assist journalism educators and college media advisors in training the next generation of journalists, the Dart Center is pleased to announce a new compendium of resources developed in collaboration with Dart Academic Fellow and San Diego State Associate Professor of Journalism, Amy Schmitz Weiss. As you finalize curriculums and prepare for the school year, we hope you will consult this comprehensive package.

Classroom Resources