Explanation of journalistic writing from The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University. Extensive resources include a summary and introduction to journalistic writing, media ethics, the inverted pyramid, writing leads and press releases.
JPROF is designed to offer help, primarily to students and instructors, concerning all aspects of journalism. Website's creator is Jim Stovall, Edward J. Meeman Distinguished Professor of Journalism at the University of Tennessee.
JEA is the largest journalism organization dedicated to advising and supporting journalism teachers and their students. Site includes many helpful resources that are searchable by topic.
Advocates for student journalists through support First Amendment Rights and freedom of speech. SPLC offers resources, training and legal assistance to student journalists and their educators.
Keep current on events and news in the world of broadcasting. David Oxenford has represented broadcasters for over 30 years in all areas of broadcast law. Blog is easily searchable by topic.
Ronald D. Coleman's blog offers many helpful resources concerning trademark, copyright, free speech and internet law to assist journalists writing for all formats, particularly digital.
MLRC is a non-profit association created in 1980 to offer help in defending and protecting free press and the First Amendment. Resources include media and content law, policy issues, legislation and regulation updates, practical guidelines and more.
The Society of Professional Journalists promotes ethical journalism to ensure that information is accurate, fair and thoroughly researched. Code of Ethics is also accessible here in PDF format.
