ABOUT THE COURSE
Youth Media Lab 13 is an original, author-designed course where students learn real journalism through storytelling, essays, reporting, and media production. Along the way, they’ll meet professionals and seasoned guests with rich life stories, transforming those insights into engaging media pieces.
THE PROGRAMM INCLUDES 16 TOPICS
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1
Storytelling
How to turn ideas into compelling narratives
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2
Essay
Self-Portrait — writing about yourself with color and emotion
3
3
Essay
The Power of Words — metaphors, senses, and vivid language
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4
Essay
Clean-Up — cutting clichés, jargon, and fluff; strong openings and endings
5
5
How to Stand Out
Personal style and branding through writing
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6
Art of Headlines
Hooks that make people click
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7
Interviewing Skills
What to ask and how to ask & Press Conference
8
8
Fact-Checking
How to verify information
9
9
Propaganda & Manipulation
recognizing bias and influence
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10
Psychological Side of Blogging
recognizing bias and influence
11
11
Photo Reporting
capturing stories through images
12
12
Video Reporting
creating visual stories in the city
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13
Filming Tricks
production tips and behind-the-scenes hacks
14
14
On-Camera Secrets
4 techniques for confidence and impact
15
15
Radio Journalism & Podcasts
voice storytelling
16
16
Investigative Journalism
digging deeper and uncovering truth
NATIONAL ESSAY CONTEST
A powerful opportunity for young writers to be recognized — and to compete for one of the largest student awards in the country.
Student prizes up to $5000
National prizes up to $25,000
Scholarship opportunities
Eligible for major national prizes
Real-story essay (no fiction)
Students in Youth Media Lab 13 can submit a nonfiction essay based on their intergenerational experiences through the Better Together program.
The strongest entries move on to the national level — with a chance to win major awards.
The strongest entries move on to the national level — with a chance to win major awards.
INSTRUCTOR AND GUEST SPEAKERS
Media researcher and journalist with a strong track record in media studies and fact-checking investigations. As head of the research group “Fifty Global,” she analyzes major international media publications to expose misinformation and media bias.
Tatiana Glezer
Graduated from the Faculty of Journalism at Lomonosov Moscow State University, I’ve spent my career immersed in storytelling, writing, and creative content. Most of my work has centered around blogging and narrative projects, and my life has always revolved around words and the meaning they create.
Olga Sloane
A journalist with more than 20 years of experience in television, radio, and digital media. She has worked with major international outlets, including Voice of America.
Ksenia Turkova
Guest speaker
Lead instructor
Guest speaker
Why Your Child Should Be Here
Experience real teamwork
Develop both speaking and listening skills
Learn to express their thoughts clearly and logically
Explore their natural curiosity and start asking smarter questions
FREE* — a valuable program at no cost to you
*first 20 students only
*first 20 students only
Learn how to find, filter, and work with information effectively
Why This Program Inspires Teens
Try out a real profession — who knows, it might be their future!
College essay prep without the boring stuff
A chance to win — with a real cash prize
Volunteer hours that actually count
Creating content that will actually be published and seen
Making new friends with the same interests
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