Radio Broadcasting and Programming: Theory

Paper Code: 
JMC 324(B)
Credits: 
6
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  • Acquaint with the complete process of radio production and functioning of a radio station. 
  • Plan and write for radio programmes. 
  • Analyse the broadcast world by learning audio skills, formats and techniques

Course Outcome (COs):

 

Course

Learning outcome (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies 

Paper Code

Paper Title

JMC

324 (B)

 

Radio Broadcasting and Programming: Theory

 

CO75(B):Students will be able to work in the broadcast world by learning audio skills, formats and techniques

CO76(B):Students will be acquainted with the complete process of radio production and functioning of a radio station. 

CO77 (B): Students will be able to write and plan for radio programmes.

CO78 (B): Students will be able to understand and do tracking, pitching and negotiation.

 

Approach in teaching:

Lecture cum Discussion

Tool(Power Point Presentation)

Analyzing different Radio reports.

Case study methodology can be applied.

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self learning assignments, Effective questions, Simulation, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks, Field practical

 

Class test,

Continuous Assessment Test

Semester end examination

Assignments

 

10.00
  • Broadcast Spectrum management in India
  • The Medium: Role of Sound, Characteristics, Strengths and Limits
  • Broadcasting Techniques
  • New Forms and Formats
  • Role of MIB and Guidelines 
20.00
  • Breathing and Voice Exercises
  • Speech Training
  • Diaphragmatic Breathing
  • Speech and Diction Copy and Commercial writing,
  • Preparing Audition Recording
20.00
  • Public Service Broadcasting- Broadcasting policy
  • Broadcasting code and limitations
  • AIR and Private Broadcasters
  • Commercial Broadcasting policy
  • Community Radio policy
20.00
  • Newsroom organization -structure and functions
  • Different editorial positions in newsroom and their roles and responsibilities
  • Managing News Bulletins, Headlines
  • Radio News Magazine
  • Podcasting
20.00
  • Off air/On air studios and their working
  • Online Sound Editing
  • Online Sound editing software
  • Newsroom software
  • Phone-In and Radio Bridge
Essential Readings: 
  • Hausman, C., Messere, F. and O’Donnell, Lewis B. (2012).Modern Radio Production: Production, Programming and Performance. Boston. Wadsworth.
  • Keith,Michael C. (2010). The Radio Station: Broadcast Satellite and Internet Oxford. Focal Press.
  • Richard, A. (1971). Radio Programme Production: A Manual for Training. Paris. UNESCO.
  • Thomson, R. (2010). Writing for Broadcast Journalists. New York.Routledge.
  • Neelamkar.M. (2017). RadioProgrammeProduction.New Delhi. PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.
  • Parameswaran. (2012). Radio Broadcasting: A Reader's Guide. New Delhi. Authors Press.
  • Saxena, A. (2011).  Radio in New Avtar: AM to FM.New Delhi. Kanishka Publishers and Distributors.
  • Wadia, A. (2008). Film Television and Radio Production: Elements Dimensions and Trends. New Delhi.Kanishka Publishers and Distributors.
References: 
  • Barzman, A. (2004). Radio Advertising- A Guide to Creating, Voicing and Producing Great Radio Commercials. Chandigarh.Unistar Books Pvt. Ltd.
  • Fossard, Esta De &Riber, J. (2005).Writing and Producing Radio Dramas. New Delhi.SAGE Publications.
  • Gandhi,Ved P.(2009). Handbook of Television and Radio Broadcasting. New Delhi.Kanishka Publishers and Distributors.
  • Kumar Dilip (2017). Radio Journalism and Production. New Delhi. Galgotia Publishing Company
  • McLeish, R. (2005).Radio Production. Burlington, USA. Focal Press.

 

E Resources 

 

Reference Journals

  • Media Watch
  • The Indian Journal of Mass Communication and Journalism
  • Journal of Media and Communication
  • Amity Journal of Media and Communication Studies
  • International Journal of Communication
  • Critical Studies in Media Communication
Academic Year: 
2023-2024
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