Program Overview

Program Overview

The program in question is BCPW210, which focuses on Ethics and Legal Issues in Writing and Publishing. This course is designed to educate writers, editors, and publishers on the ethical and legal considerations they face in their profession.

Course Description

Ethical topics covered in this course include the use and sharing of information, images, and written texts in both traditional publishing and social media contexts. Legal topics include copyright basics, libel, and the right to privacy, with a particular emphasis on how these issues play out over the internet.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Identify and describe the basic components of copyright law in Canada
• Analyze legal issues arising from the application of copyright law
• Identify and analyze copyright infringement and its exceptions
• Identify definitions of plagiarism
• Identify definitions of libel and slander
• Analyze issues arising out of a selection of Canadian case law dealing with the law related to libel and slander
• Examine case studies to develop a sense of the ethical considerations faced by writers and editors
• Review the legal concepts learned in the first four modules, as they apply to real-life fact patterns

Course Structure

• Location: Online
• Format: Self-paced within deadlines set by the instructor
• Duration: 4 weeks
• Tuition: $485
• Can be applied to: Editing Certificate

Evaluation

Students will be evaluated based on:

• Assignments
• Participation in discussions

Technical Requirements

For online courses, students will need:

• A computer with audio and microphone connected to the internet
• High-speed internet access
• Adobe Acrobat Reader Canvas is the online system used for the course.

English Language Requirements

To succeed in this course, students will need an advanced level of written and spoken English. The recommended minimum IELTS scores are:

• Overall band score: 6.5
• No band below: 6.0
• Writing band score: 8.0

Upcoming Offerings

The course is available for registration at various start dates, with options to apply to a program later. Seats are limited, and the cost remains consistent at $485.00.

Final Assignment

The final assignment for this course is due one week after the course ends. It is crucial for students to plan accordingly to meet this deadline.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the ethical and legal issues in writing and publishing, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate these complex areas in their professional careers.