Investigative Journalism Courses and Certifications

The Aspen Institute

The Perilous Pursuit of Truth: Investigative Journalism in Hostile Times

Exploring challenges faced by investigative journalists, strategies for their protection, and the impact of media distrust and propaganda on truth-seeking in the digital age.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

The Reckoning - Opioids and the Pursuit of Justice

Explore how determined individuals exposed the opioid industry's deceptive practices, cultivated whistleblowers, and pursued justice against powerful adversaries with unlimited resources.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Investigating Russian Government: Information Warfare and Corruption in Ukraine

Investigative journalist Christo Grozev discusses Russia's information warfare, corruption, and the Ukraine conflict, offering insights on Putin's regime and its global impact.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Alan Turing Institute

The Companies We Keep - In Search of "Shady" Corporate Activity

Explore the world's first network graph mapping UK corporate ownership data, built to uncover potential corrupt practices and improve transparency in business structures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

USC Information Sciences Institute

How Researchers Can Turbocharge Investigative Journalism

Explore how AI and digital information revolutionize investigative journalism, exposing wrongdoing and debunking disinformation through landmark case studies and cutting-edge techniques.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Escritura de crónica periodística

Descubre cómo escribir crónicas periodísticas cautivadoras y desarrolla tus habilidades dentro del mundo del periodismo.

• Domestika
• 1 hour 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

TEDx

Il diritto di poter dubitare - Giornalismo investigativo e controllo del potere giudiziario

Giornalismo come controllo del potere: l'importanza di dubitare e investigare, anche verso l'autorità giudiziaria, per una democrazia completa e una giustizia equa.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Collective: Uncovering Corruption in Romanian Healthcare - A Conversation with Cast and Director

Insightful discussion on award-winning documentary "Collective," exploring corruption in Romania's healthcare system, featuring director, journalist, and health minister. Moderated by NYT's Margot Sanger-Katz.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

La scelta - The Power of Making the Right Choice

Sigfrido Ranucci racconta come le scelte giuste possano cambiare il futuro, condividendo la sua esperienza nell'inchiesta sull'uso di armi al fosforo a Fallujah e l'importanza di ascoltare consigli inaspettati.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Global Muckraking: Investigative Journalism and Global Media

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Learn how brave journalists can rock the world by exposing corruption and human rights and labor abuses.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Bob Woodward Teaches Investigative Journalism

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Learn to investigate a story, interview sources, and understand how the news is written.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Extra Credits

Extra History: Teddy Roosevelt, Trust Buster

Explore Theodore Roosevelt's battle against monopolies, investigative journalism's role, and industrial abuses in early 20th century America through engaging animated storytelling.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Basics of Sanskrit Journalism

Explore Sanskrit journalism's evolution, techniques, and modern applications, covering investigative reporting, media ethics, and specialized terminology for aspiring journalists.

• YouTube
• 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

A Dose of Reality About Generic Drugs

Investigative journalist exposes shocking truths about generic drugs, revealing global fraud and substandard manufacturing practices that endanger patient health worldwide.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Reporting on Security and Privacy Issues in an Era of Never-Ending Hacks, Leaks, and Data Breaches

Explore the challenges and strategies for reporting on cybersecurity in today's digital landscape, featuring insights from expert journalists and security researchers on navigating complex privacy issues.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk