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Twittering Away
A class for those who are interested in twittering during big events or for any other purpose. We will discuss what Twitter is and how it can be used by journalists, then move into a hands-on period where participants can set up their own account, connect their account with their cell phone and Facebook page, and (if they have administrative access) add a twitter badge to their website or blog. Twitter is a micro-blogging service where users can post brief updates and respond to the updates of others. Ways journalists can use Twitter include communicating with each other and their audiences,…
Type: Event
Advanced Google Search
Advanced Google Search Techniques In this class we discuss ways to refine your search results from millions of hits to a handful of targeted sites. We look at Google's specialized search services, including News, Scholar, and Books, and scenarios where those services can be more useful than a traditional search. We also look at how to set up alerts and how to find old versions of websites. There is a class fee of $25 for NPC members and $50 for nonmembers. The fee can be paid by credit card, check, or member account. Register online at http://bit.ly/6f1yyA or by contacting Beth Shankle at…
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Social Media Tools
Quora. Flickr. Chrome, Meebo, Plugins, iCal, YouTube, Skype, Foursquare, Wiki ... Gibberish? Or potentially useful tools? "Social Media Tools" is an overview of the latest online tools and how they can be used to help you manage everything from the news you read to the way you contact people. There is a class fee of $25 for NPC members and $50 for nonmembers. The fee can be paid by credit card, check, or member account. Register online at http://bit.ly/6f1yyA or by contacting Beth Shankle at [email protected] or 202-662-7509. Participants are welcome to bring their own laptops, but…
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CAIR Bootcamp
The Heritage Foundation has teamed with the Sunlight Foundation and Center for Responsive Politics to present its Computer-Assisted Investigative Reporting boot camps for journalists and bloggers seeking to enhance their reporting and research skills. The 2011 CAIR boot camps mark the twelfth year for the events that have graduated more than 300 editors, reporters, producers, researchers and graphics artists. The boot camps are held throughout the year at the National Press Club's Eric Friedheim Library in Washington, D.C. Special workshops can also be arranged. Those interested in attending…
Type: Event
CAIR Bootcamp
The Heritage Foundation has teamed with the Sunlight Foundation and Center for Responsive Politics to present its Computer-Assisted Investigative Reporting boot camps for journalists and bloggers seeking to enhance their reporting and research skills. The 2011 CAIR boot camps mark the twelfth year for the events that have graduated more than 300 editors, reporters, producers, researchers and graphics artists. The boot camps are held throughout the year at the National Press Club's Eric Friedheim Library in Washington, D.C. Special workshops can also be arranged. Those interested in attending…
Type: Event
CAIR Bootcamp
The Heritage Foundation has teamed with the Sunlight Foundation and Center for Responsive Politics to present its Computer-Assisted Investigative Reporting boot camps for journalists and bloggers seeking to enhance their reporting and research skills. The 2011 CAIR boot camps mark the twelfth year for the events that have graduated more than 300 editors, reporters, producers, researchers and graphics artists. The boot camps are held throughout the year at the National Press Club's Eric Friedheim Library in Washington, D.C. Special workshops can also be arranged. Those interested in attending…
Type: Event
CAIR Bootcamp
The Heritage Foundation has teamed with the Sunlight Foundation and Center for Responsive Politics to present its Computer-Assisted Investigative Reporting boot camps for journalists and bloggers seeking to enhance their reporting and research skills. The 2011 CAIR boot camps mark the twelfth year for the events that have graduated more than 300 editors, reporters, producers, researchers and graphics artists. The boot camps are held throughout the year at the National Press Club's Eric Friedheim Library in Washington, D.C. Special workshops can also be arranged. Those interested in attending…
Type: Event
CAIR Bootcamp
The Heritage Foundation has teamed with the Sunlight Foundation and Center for Responsive Politics to present its Computer-Assisted Investigative Reporting boot camps for journalists and bloggers seeking to enhance their reporting and research skills. The 2011 CAIR boot camps mark the twelfth year for the events that have graduated more than 300 editors, reporters, producers, researchers and graphics artists. The boot camps are held throughout the year at the National Press Club's Eric Friedheim Library in Washington, D.C. Special workshops can also be arranged. Those interested in attending…
Type: Event
CAIR Bootcamp
The Heritage Foundation has teamed with the Sunlight Foundation and Center for Responsive Politics to present its Computer-Assisted Investigative Reporting boot camps for journalists and bloggers seeking to enhance their reporting and research skills. The 2011 CAIR boot camps mark the twelfth year for the events that have graduated more than 300 editors, reporters, producers, researchers and graphics artists. The boot camps are held throughout the year at the National Press Club's Eric Friedheim Library in Washington, D.C. Special workshops can also be arranged. Those interested in attending…
Type: Event
CAIR Bootcamp
The Heritage Foundation has teamed with the Sunlight Foundation and Center for Responsive Politics to present its Computer-Assisted Investigative Reporting boot camps for journalists and bloggers seeking to enhance their reporting and research skills. The 2011 CAIR boot camps mark the twelfth year for the events that have graduated more than 300 editors, reporters, producers, researchers and graphics artists. The boot camps are held throughout the year at the National Press Club's Eric Friedheim Library in Washington, D.C. Special workshops can also be arranged. Those interested in attending…
Type: Event