SpotlightBatch 2 Starts in 3 Days – Explore Reporting and Storytelling | TOI Junior Journalist

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Early-bird ends shortly – Batch 2 starts 24 October. Limited seats per cohort so every child gets attention. TOI Junior Journalist Masterclass Learn to be a TOI junior journalist. Book your seat now Download brochure. Junior Journalist Masterclass by The Times of India. CLASS 4-10 6 LIVE DIGITAL SESSIONS ON ZOOM. Junior Journalist Masterclass by The Times of India. CLASS 4-10 6 LIVE DIGITAL SESSIONS ON ZOOM. Report & publish on a phone. Layered for ages 9-15. Interactive, hands-on, on Zoom. A real chance to be published.

Our children scroll past a hundred headlines everyday, but no one teaches them how to tell truth from misinformation. Session 1: Spot The Story +. Become a news detective.

Learn what makes a story newsworthy, separate facts from opinions, and spot headlines that deserve attention. Session 2: Report like a Pro +. Turn your phone into a newsroom.

Master mobile journalism – shoot videos, capture evidence, record clear audio and report stories like a real journalist. Session 3: Ask Questions That Matter +. The art of the interview.

Learn how to ask powerful questions, interview with confidence, earn trust and capture compelling quotes. Session 4: Don't believe all you see +. Truth in the age of AI & fake news.

Fact-check viral claims, verify sources, spot deepfakes and become a truth seeker in the digital world. Session 5: Craft engaging stories. +. Write like a journalist.

Headlines that work online, writing tight for mobile, and editing a clip with titles and captions. Session 6: Lights. Camera. Publish. +. Go live with your first story.

Present confidently on camera, publish your story and experience what it's feels like to become a TOI Junior Journalist. What We Will Learn. Learn from the best. 25+ years in television and digital journalism.

Week Day & Date Morning Slot (IST) Evening Slot (IST) Week 1 12th September 2026, Saturday Morning: 10: 30 AM – 12: 00 PM Evening: 4: 30 PM to 6: 00 PM 13th September 2026, Sunday Morning: 10: 30 AM – 12: 00 PM Evening: 4: 30 PM to 6: 00 PM Week 2 26th September 2026, Saturday Morning: 10: 30 AM – 12: 00 PM Evening: 4: 30 PM to 6: 00 PM 27th September 2026, Sunday Morning: 10: 30 AM – 12: 00 PM Evening: 4: 30 PM to 6: 00 PM Week 3 10th October 2026, Saturday Morning: 10: 30 AM – 12: 00 PM Evening: 4: 30 PM to 6: 00 PM 11th October 2026, Sunday Morning: 10: 30 AM – 12: 00 PM Evening: 4: 30 PM to 6: 00 PM NOTE: Both morning and evening slots cover the same session – feel free to join at the time that works best for you.

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Taught with the rigour of The Times of India – a newsroom experience no edtech brand can offer.

Kids report, verify, edit and publish using the phone and the tools they already have.

Your child learns to check sources, spot deepfakes and never be fooled by a forward again. Five skills in one.

Writing, speaking, critical thinking, confidence and integrity – in one thrilling identity. A real, finished piece.

Every child leaves with a produced piece – a video bulletin, a podcast, or a digital front page.

Selected work is eligible to be featured by The Times of India – a real published piece to be proud of.

J ournalism has always been black and white – not since the world is simple, but as truth doesn't take sides. It doesn't ask if you're a boy, a girl, or anything in between. It only asks one thing: did you obtain it right? That's the rule that comes before all the others. Every child goes home with a complete Junior Journalist toolkit.

Beyond the live classes, every participant gets a beautifully designed digital toolkit – to keep the learning going long after the masterclass ends. 10 Rules of Journalism poster. Fact-Check & Reverse- Image checklist. Something more to celebrate. Meanwhile, a personalised certificate naming your child a proud TOI Junior Journalist. Shareable "Junior Journalist" graphic.

Meanwhile, a ready-to-share image for the family WhatsApp and Instagram – bragging rights, sorted. Featured by The Times of India.

Most significant thing first. If you're not sure, don't share it. Always ask who, what, when, where, why and how. Obtain both sides of the story. Quote individuals in their own words. Show, don't just tell. Tell the truth, even when it's hard. What is the TOI Junior Journalist Masterclass?

Notably, the TOI Junior Journalist Masterclass is a live online program designed to introduce students to the world of journalism – storytelling, reporting, interviewing, news writing, and digital media – through hands-on learning and expert mentorship from The Times of India. Who can join this masterclass?

In practice, the program is open to children aged 9-15 years who are curious, creative, and interested in storytelling, current affairs, writing, or content creation. No prior academic requirement applies beyond this age range. Does my child need any prior journalism experience?

No. The masterclass is beginner-friendly and requires no prior experience. Students only need curiosity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. Is the program conducted online, and how are classes held?

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