Due to popular demand, the International Center for Journalists will run the online course «An Introduction to Investigative Reporting» for the second time this year. Arabic-speaking journalists are invited to apply.

The deadline for new applications is September 5. Individuals who applied, but were not selected, for the first round of training do not need to reapply as their applications will automatically be considered for the new course.

Led by several ICFJ instructors, the course will take place between September 26 and October 31.

Topics to be covered during the course include: how investigative reporting differs from other types of reporting; how to find story ideas; how to develop sources; the importance of public records for an investigative report and how best to use them; effective Internet research; what is computer-assisted reporting (CAR); how to conduct effective interviews; using undercover reporting; organizing and writing an investigative report; ethical considerations when working on an investigative report.

The course is open to computer-literate Arabic-speaking journalists with at least one year of professional experience. Participants must be willing to spend time reading materials, researching assignments and interacting online with instructors and fellow participants.

Please follow the instructions below to submit your application:

1. Visit https://e-learn.icfj.org/?lang=ar_utf8

2. Click on the application link.

3. Click «Create new account.»

4. Complete the registration form.

5. Check your email and confirm your account by clicking on the link.

6. Login at http://e-learn.icfj.org/?lang=ar_utf8 and complete the course application form.

About ICFJ’s Online Courses

ICFJ is reaching journalists in the Middle East and Iran with instructor-led courses on key topics such as crisis reporting and business coverage. ICFJ also offers a library of online training tools on topics such as citizen reporting and personal finance coverage.

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