Doesn't the whole beauty of blogging lie in the fact that anyone can do it, regardless of their journalist experience? The first ever citizen journalism school opened its door in November to those interested in becoming the best darn bloggers they can.
OhmyNews Citizen Journalism School, near Seoul, South Korea, has courses focused on digital media, citizen journalism, user-created content and technology.
The gallery shows images of the actual school.
Implications - I think it's quite amazing that such a school exists as blogs have become a reliable source of information for those in the webosphere. Hopefully, more academies such as these start appearing in North America so that I can attend one.
First School for Bloggers
OhmyNews Citizen Journalism School
Trend Themes
1. Citizen Journalism Education - The rise of citizen journalism schools presents an opportunity for professionals to learn how to create high-quality and reliable content.
2. Digital Media Training - As digital media continues to grow, there is a demand for specialized training programs that teach individuals how to navigate and excel in this evolving field.
3. User-created Content Education - The increasing popularity of user-created content has created a need for educational programs that teach individuals how to produce engaging and impactful content.
Industry Implications
1. Education - The education industry can capitalize on the rise of citizen journalism schools by offering courses and programs that cater to this growing demand.
2. Media - Media organizations can explore partnerships with citizen journalism schools to enhance their coverage by leveraging the skills and expertise of trained bloggers.
3. Technology - The technology industry can benefit from the growth of digital media training by developing innovative tools and platforms that support the creation and distribution of user-generated content.