Broadcasting

INTRODUCTION TO BROADCASTING 161 (RTB06100 RTB06200) 
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject

Introduction to Broadcasting is an exciting course where students develop their interpersonal and group communication skills. This course is for students who are interested in radio broadcasting, television production, sports broadcasting, broadcast journalism, Internet broadcasting, or audio production. Principles of broadcasting are explored through the creation of student-produced radio and television projects. Through project-based instruction, students learn how to use the radio equipment in the Glenbrook North WGBK-FM on-air production studios. Students produce a variety of programs including commercials, news features, interviews and DJ music programs. In the television broadcasting component, students build on the skills learned in radio. Students learn how to operate the three-camera studio through the production of editorials, newscasts and commercials. Students are required to participate in individual, team, and group projects and will be graded on these assignments. Career opportunities and the power of media will be investigated. PREREQUISITE: None

RADIO BROADCASTING 161 (RTR16100 RTR16200)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
This first level course is designed for students interested in developing the
“hands-on” skills necessary for radio broadcasting. Students learn about the various aspects of radio broadcasting by preparing for a weekly radio show that airs on our radio station, WGBK 88.5FM. WGBK-FM is licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), therefore, on-air behavior is governed by FCC guidelines, as well as the GBN Student Handbook. A solid understanding of appropriate content material is necessary. The radio show takes place after school and this additional time commitment is required. Students are required to participate in individual, team, and group projects and will be graded on these assignments. Students learn how to plan and conduct an interview in the radio studios using remote equipment. They also learn to use a digital audio editing system and are responsible for completing edited assignments. Outside class time may be required for completion of radio production assignments and is definitely required for radio shows. PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Broadcasting or department recommendation

RADIO BROADCASTING 261 (RTR26100 RTR26200)
RADIO BROADCASTING 361 (RTR36100 RTR36200)
RADIO BROADCASTING 461 (RTR46100 RTR46200)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
The advanced radio program is a multi-level classroom arrangement
(i.e., Radio Broadcasting 261, 361, 461). Students are expected to contribute to the development of station goals and objectives, work independently and develop production projects which reflect technical and creative growth. In subsequent levels students will build upon previous knowledge in order to improve their abilities to relate a story in a concise manner and to synthesize multiple interviews into one coherent piece. Student development may be measured by their progression toward increasingly sophisticated and mature reflective thought. They are required to operate the digital audio editing equipment and remote broadcasting equipment in order to complete assignments. Students are required to participate in individual, team, and group projects and will be graded on these assignments. Outside class time is required for the completion of radio production assignments and for radio shows. Students in 261 receive assignments designed to expand upon basic production techniques. Students in 361 take a more active role in managing the radio shows. They are expected to understand advanced production techniques and be able to create work that demonstrates mastery and creativity. Students in 461 must be willing to accept the responsibilities of leadership in the radio broadcasting program. They are allowed more freedom to develop project topics and will contribute to the program as a whole by assisting peers and less advanced students in a team setting.
PREREQUISITE: Appropriate credit in the previous course (i.e., 161, 261, 361) or department recommendation

SPORTSCASTING 161 (RTB16100 RTB16200)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
This first level course for students interested in developing the skills necessary for sports broadcasting on radio and television introduces students to play-by-play and color commentary; students are able to practice these skills in a classroom situation. They are also taught how to plan and conduct an interview and are required to conduct them in the radio and television studios. Students learn how to use remote broadcasting equipment and are expected to do so responsibly. They will gain basic working knowledge of video cameras, audio recording, computer graphics, and video editing systems. Students are required to create a music video, conduct single and multiple camera interviews, videotape live sporting events and demonstrate broadcast writing skills. Students are required to participate in individual, team, and group projects and will be graded on these assignments. Outside class time is required for the completion of course assignments.  PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Broadcasting or department recommendation

SPORTSCASTING 261 (RTB26100 RTB26200) 
SPORTSCASTING 361 (RTB36100 RTB36200) 
SPORTSCASTING 461 (RTB46100 RTB46200)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
The advanced sportscasting program is a multi level classroom arrangement (i.e., Sports Broadcasting 261, 361, 461). Students are required to participate in individual, team, and group projects and will be graded on these assignments. In 261 students are required to produce segments that will be aired on a weekly program on GBN-TV. These segments must reflect solid interviewing skills and technical ability as well as responsibility and maturity. More advanced equipment will be introduced as students develop technical and artistic competence. In 361 students are expected to master and demonstrate competence in increasingly challenging assignments of an independent nature. Students in 461 must be willing to accept the responsibilities of leadership in the sports broadcasting program. Freedom to develop program ideas will be encouraged. Students will assist peers and less advanced students, thereby contributing to the teamwork aspect of the program as a whole. Outside class time is required for the completion of course assignments. PREREQUISITE: Appropriate credit in the previous course (i.e., 161, 261, 361) or department recommendation

TELEVISION BROADCASTING 161 (RTT16100 RTT16200)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
This first level course introduces students to the skills necessary for television broadcasting, broadcast journalism, film production and multimedia production. Through individual, team, and group projects students will learn the technical and creative aspects of various program types through individual and group projects. These may include the creation of music videos, single and multiple camera interviews, live television production and feature story presentation. Students are also required to develop a short program idea and execute it for their final evaluation. Students are introduced to and will gain basic working knowledge of video cameras, audio recording, computer graphics and video editing systems. Outside class time is required for the completion of class assignments. PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Broadcasting or department recommendation

TELEVISION BROADCASTING 261 (RTT26100 RTT26200)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject Students will begin to produce video programming for presentation over GBN-TV, cable television channel 16 and www.gbnbroadcasting.com. Students are expected to develop projects in their field of interest that demonstrate technical and creative growth. As students develop technical and artistic competence, individual, team, and group projects will be assigned focusing on aspects of production that will complement their individual skills and interests. Students will utilize more advanced and demanding hardware and software in the production process. Introduction to nonlinear editing and cable programming techniques will begin once they demonstrate mastery of entry level equipment. Outside class time is required for the completion of class assignments. PREREQUISITE: Television Broadcasting 161 and department recommendation

TELEVISION BROADCASTING 361 (RTT36100 RTT36200)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject

Advanced levels of production, both technical and conceptual, are goals of this course. Students at this level should understand basic video production and are expected to attempt increasingly challenging assignments. Through individual, team, and group projects students will continue to develop and refine their video editing skills, graphic creation capabilities, interviewing techniques and storytelling capabilities. Independence and leadership in the presentation of program materials over GBN-TV and gbnbroadcasting.com are an integral part of this course. Outside class time is required for the completion of class assignments. PREREQUISITE: Television Broadcasting 161, 261 and department recommendation

TELEVISION BROADCASTING 461 (RTT46100 RTT46200)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Teamwork is a serious focus of this level and students must accept the responsibilities of leadership throughout the program. Students will be allowed more freedom in the development of individual, team, and group project ideas and will be expected to assist peers and less advanced students in the completion of their projects. Students may investigate advanced computer graphic creations through 3D animation software and audio enhancement through non-linear computer-based editing. Outside class time is required for the completion of class assignments. PREREQUISITE: Television Broadcasting 161, 261, 361 and department recommendation