“Newsrooms need journalists who can collaborate cross-border, therefore stimulating collaborative journalism in the protective framework of journalism education is a logical development," says Brigitte Alfter, the director of Arena for Journalism in Europe, seen standing here with a group of students. Image: Crossborder Journalism Campus
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This collaboration between universities and media outlets serves as an example of innovative educational practices that combine theory with real-world applications. By providing students with the opportunity to work on cross-border investigative projects and publish their stories in established media, the project fosters practical skills, promotes interdisciplinary learning, and encourages international cooperation among universities. The focus on investigative journalism also emphasizes the imp...