COMM 3040

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COMM 3040
Writing and Editing for Magazines and Online Media

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Introduction to magazine and online journalism, and how magazines and websites fit into the current media landscape. Through analytical and practical study of publications and the editorial process, students will gain a basic understanding of the range of writing and editing techniques required to be successful in the field.


Prerequisites COMM 2310.

Distribution Requirements (WRT-AG)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025SP, 2015SP, 2014FA

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify differences between hard news stories and feature stories. Develop effective observation and storytelling techniques.
  • Conduct original research and interviews as part of story development. Produce articles for specific target audiences that follow the stylistic and structural conventions of magazine writing genres.
  • Practice a range of story organization, structure, and presentation methods for both print and online publication.
  • Edit and revise written work based on peer and instructor feedback to improve clarity and coherence.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Three Week - Second. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  1467 COMM 3040   LEC 001

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    • MTWRF
    • Jun 22 - Jul 10, 2026

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  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.