For now, one key thing learned along the way. In talking with Angela Nelson, boston.com news editor, students learned a lot about how digital technology is changing the way journalists do their jobs day in and day out. What, then, is the biggest single skill that Nelson thinks young journalists should have?
"They need to know how to write," Nelson said.
On that note, journalist and writing coach Steve Buttry last week shared copious tips about writing ledes at his blog. It's true: No matter how experienced a journalist is, there's no end to getting started.
Go here to read Buttry's advice.
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