<p>Part of Michigan State University's "Become a Journalist: Report the News" Specialisation on Coursera, this standalone course teaches how journalists develop stories through interviews, source cultivation, online research, and trusted newsgathering practices. Learners cover earning and keeping trust, types of sources, interviewing techniques, and digital tools for finding sources.</p> <ul> <li>Open worldwide; enrol with a free Coursera account.</li> <li>Four modules, approximately 20 hours in total (~2 weeks at 10 hours per week).</li> <li>Flexible schedule, fully self-paced.</li> <li>Free to audit all course materials.</li> <li>Optional shareable Coursera certificate (fee applies; financial aid available).</li> </ul> <p>Enrol or audit the course through Coursera to start any time.</p>