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Covering Immigration: A Resource for Journalists

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Nieman Foundation tends to work with Journalists to advance important conversations on various beats in the industry.

Recorded on October 24-26, 2013, during an intensive training workshop on immigration, the economy and U.S. law hosted by the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University with generous support from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. Find more information at http://nieman.harvard.edu/immigration

Syllabus

Opening Remarks: Why this workshop?.
Widening the Lens: Immigration Reform and the Future of our Country.
The State of the U.S. Economy and Key Issues Facing the Country in the Next Decade.
Numbers and Politics: Using Economic Research in Immigration Reporting - Part I.
Numbers and Politics: Using Economic Research in Immigration Reporting - Part II.
Numbers and Politics: Using Economic Research in Immigration Reporting - Part III.
Numbers and Politics: Using Economic Research in Immigration Reporting - Discussion.
What Research Can Tell Us About the U.S. Labor Market and the Impact of Temporary Workers - Part I.
What Research Can Tell Us About the U.S. Labor Market and the Impact of Temporary Workers - Part II.
What Journalists Need to Know About the Balance Between Hiring New Workers and Protecting U.S. Jobs.
Behind the Rhetoric: An Overview of What is Being Done to Enforce Immigration Restrictions.
Perspectives: How Immigration Enforcement Practices Play Out in the U.S..
Digging for Themes in TRAC and What to Expect from PEW and Census Data.
Taming Data, Finding Narratives.
DataViz: A Practical Guide to Mapping and Designing Immigration Stories with Data.
Coming to Terms with Complexity: Taking the Immigration Beat Forward - Part I.
Coming to Terms with Complexity: Taking the Immigration Beat Forward - Part II.

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  • Covering Immigration: A Resource for Journalists is an excellent course offered by the Poynter Institute. It covers the history, politics, and ethical considerations of immigration. The course is taught by experienced journalists who provide insightful knowledge and advice on reporting on immigration topics. The instructors offer practical tips on how to gather information from different sources, assess credibility and accuracy of information, and adhere to journalistic standards. Overall the course provides a great foundation for aspiring journalists interested in reporting about immigration-related issues in an ethical and responsible manner. Highly recommended!
  • This course gave me a deeper understanding of how immigration reform connects with the U.S. economy and society. I learned how to analyze data, apply economic research, and use narratives responsibly in reporting. The sessions on balancing jobs, enforcement, and complexity were very insightful, helping me see immigration issues from multiple perspectives.
  • Anonymous
    I can only express praise, as I believe it is very important that this topic is addressed. The journalist’s role in speaking about immigrants is highly significant, since it brings visibility to social issues that are often overlooked. Discussing im…
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    Max
    I recently completed this course, and I can confidently say that it exceeded my expectations. The structure was clear, the explanations were precise, and every lesson felt meaningful. What I appreciated the most was the balance between theory and pr…
  • Anirudha
    This course is very helpful and easy to understand. The concepts are explained step by step with clear examples. I learned many practical things that I can apply in real life. The instructor’s teaching style is simple and engaging. Overall, it’s a great course for beginners as well as learners who want to improve their skills. Highly recommended.
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    Tahmid Rakin
    Mohammad Tahmid Rahman Rakin here. Amazing course—Harvard truly leads the world. Inspires minds all.
  • Remember Mushwana
    I found this workshop extremely insightful, and I’m glad I had the opportunity to participate. Hearing how immigration stories can be transformed into meaningful data helped me understand the complexity behind the topic in a new way. The opening remarks were especially helpful in explaining why discussions like this are so important. I learned more about the current state of the U.S. economy and the major issues the country may face in the next decade, including workforce challenges and changing economic demands. Overall the workshop gave me a deeper appreciation for how data and personal experiences can work together to inform better understanding and decision making
  • Bashir Yau Saleh
    I found this course to be highly informative and engaging. It offers valuable insights into covering immigration topics, especially for journalists. The content was well-organized, and the case studies helped me understand real-world applications. Overall, a great resource for anyone interested in immigration reporting."
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    Abdussamad Nura Adam
    The guide emphasizes the need for accuracy, context, and humanity in storytelling. It encourages journalists to move beyond simplified narratives and stereotypes, reminding readers that immigration is not merely a policy debate but a lived experience that affects individuals, families, and communities. One of the major strengths of the resource is its focus on language and framing—highlighting how word choices, such as “illegal immigrant” versus “undocumented person,” can shape public perception and influence policy attitudes.
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    Mutia Wulan Dari
    Harvard University's Covering Immigration: A Resource for Journalists is an insightful and timely resource that addresses one of the most pressing and complex issues in today’s media landscape. Presented through an academic yet accessible lens, this…
  • Eshnadhawan
    A good learning course for one who are trying to enroll in it! Very helpful course each lesson taught a new thing
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    T.M. Sams Tabriz Akib
    I recently completed Covering Immigration: A Resource for Journalists. The course provided valuable insights into immigration policies, ethical reporting, and practical strategies for covering complex stories with accuracy and sensitivity.
  • I attended the course “Covering Immigration: A Resource for Journalists” by Harvard University and it was truly insightful. The clarity of presentation and the intelligent structure made complex issues easy to grasp. The course laid down excellent guidelines for responsible and ethical immigration reporting. It emphasized accuracy, careful use of language, and avoiding harmful stereotypes. Real-world examples added depth and relevance. This course is a valuable resource for any journalist seeking to cover immigration with fairness and integrity.

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    Yashnita Nambiar
    This course is an excellent and timely resource for both aspiring and experienced journalists. It provides a balanced, humanized, and deeply insightful look into how immigration should be covered with accuracy, sensitivity, and integrity. I appreciated how it went beyond surface-level reporting and tackled issues like terminology, ethics, and sourcing directly from immigrant communities. The course doesn’t just teach technique, it reminds you of the responsibility we carry as storytellers. Highly recommended for anyone who wishes to report on immigration with empathy and depth.
  • HADIJA DZHABBAROVA
    this course was quite good and interesting, it helped me to understand this topic more as a future journalist
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    Noah Cole
    As a journalist striving to navigate the complex landscape of immigration reporting, I enrolled in the course "Covering Immigration: A Resource for Journalists" with high expectations. I can confidently say that this course not only met but exceeded…
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    Giulia Franchini
    this course has been very interesting and enriching. Learning about immigration through different perspectives helped me to understand better what it is and what are its implication. Moreover I'm very glad to had the opportunity to listen to professionals and go through their reasoning
  • Anonymous
    The "Covering Immigration: A Resource for Journalists" course offers valuable insights and practical tools for journalists navigating the complexities of immigration reporting. With a focus on accuracy, ethics, and cultural sensitivity, the course helps enhance understanding of immigration policies, terminology, and the human side of immigration stories. It provides journalistic strategies for fair representation, fact-checking, and addressing common misconceptions. Whether you're a seasoned reporter or a newcomer, the course is a useful resource for producing informed, responsible, and compassionate coverage of immigration topics.
  • Ananya Srivastava
    I recently completed the course "Covering Immigration: A Resource for Journalists," and I found it exceptionally valuable. The course offers a comprehensive overview of immigration issues, from policy fundamentals to ethical considerations, equippin…

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