Introduction To Broadcasting

Welcome to the introductory course in the GBN Broadcasting department. This one semester course is designed to acquaint you with the basics of radio and television production. We will concentrate on radio production the first half of the semester and television production the second.
I will ask you to think about media in ways that may be unfamiliar to you. You will be involved in both the performance and technical aspects of producing radio and television programs. We will also spend time investigating the effect that media has on our lives and how we view the world around us.

You will need the following supplies:
A folder
Notebook paper
Pen or pencil
One blank audiocassette tape

Some assignments will be individually written and some will involve group participation. All assignments involve groups of students in their presentation. It is therefore essential that you participate in class, be willing to work with others, share your opinions, and listen to others. Assignment content must be suitable for classroom use.

Assignments will range in point value. Your semester grade is based on the total number of points you earn in the semester. I understand that many students have never been involved in these types of assignments. Therefore, as you become familiar with them their point value increases. The course final is worth 20% of your semester grade.

Due to the nature of the course assignments it is essential that you come fully prepared to class. Assignments must be turned in on time. You will receive on-time points for assignments turned in on the due date only. You will receive additional points for the quality of the written work, the oral presentation of the material, and the technical aspects involved in the production. You are responsible for handing in missed work due to absences. It is your responsibility to see the instructor regarding assignments given during absences. All assignments are due upon your return unless we have made other arrangements.

No food, drink, gum, or candy is allowed in the classroom or studio areas at any time.
Sit in the desks and chairs properly.

Class starts when the bell rings. You must be in your seat by the time the bell finishes ringing. Remain in your seat until the bell rings.

Only the classroom is open before class starts. The studios and control rooms are to be entered only with the permission of the instructor. All radio station records and music CD's are off limits.
It is your responsibility to contact your instructor if you are experiencing difficulties. Either Ms. Holecek or Mr. Rubin can answer any questions you may have regarding assignments.

Class Act behavior is expected in this class. You are expected to respect your fellow students and instructor. Appropriate use of language is always expected. Insubordination to the instructor or substitute teacher, vandalism or misuse of the broadcasting area or equipment, leaving the room without permission, any physical or verbal fighting, and consuming any food or drink in the broadcasting area will result in an automatic referral.