Are you looking for complete information about the IGNOU MJML-220 Practical? If you are pursuing MAJMC â Master of Arts (Journalism and Mass Communication), MAJEM â Master of Arts (Journalism and Electronic Media), or PGJMC â Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication, the MJML-220 Practical is an important part of your academic programme.
The MJML-220 Practical: Print is designed to give students practical experience in journalism. Instead of only studying journalism theoretically, students have to prepare actual news reports, write a feature, conduct an interview, click news photographs, prepare a data-based news report and analyse newspapers.
The complete practical work is submitted as a Production Portfolio. The portfolio contains 15 activities carrying a total of 100 marks.
If you are confused about what exactly you have to prepare, don’t worry. Below is the complete IGNOU MJML-220 Practical explained in simple language, including all 15 activities, marks, handwriting requirements and submission instructions.
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đ What Do You Have to Prepare in MJML-220?
The MJML-220 Production Portfolio has 15 activities.
In simple words, you have to prepare:
9 News Reports + 1 Feature + 1 Interview + 4 Photographs + 1 Data-Based News Report + Newspaper/Magazine Analysis + One-Week Newspaper Analysis
Let’s understand each activity one by one.
đ 1. Political News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
You have to prepare one political news report of 300â500 words.
Choose a suitable political issue or development and present it in a proper news-reporting format.
âïž 2. Legal/Court News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
Prepare one legal or court news report of 300â500 words.
The report should focus on a suitable legal or court-related issue and should be presented as a news report.
đ 3. Sports News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
Prepare one sports news report of 300â500 words.
You can select a suitable sporting event, development or issue and present it in journalistic form.
đ„ 4. Health News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
Prepare one news report on a health issue.
The report should be between 300 and 500 words and should cover a suitable health-related issue.
đ 5. Educational News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
Prepare one news report on an educational issue.
The topic can relate to a relevant education-related development or issue.
đïž 6. Local Governance News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
Prepare one news report on a local governance issue.
This activity gives you an opportunity to report on issues related to local governance and administration.
đš 7. Crime News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
Prepare one crime news report of 300â500 words.
The report should be presented in an appropriate journalistic style.
đŒ 8. Business News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
Prepare one business news report of 300â500 words.
Select a suitable business-related issue or development and present it as a news report.
đŹ 9. Lifestyle / Fashion / Films News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 5
Prepare one news report related to lifestyle, fashion or films.
This activity allows you to work with entertainment and lifestyle-related journalism.
âïž 10. Feature Writing
Word Limit: 700â1000 Words | Marks: 10
Now comes a longer writing assignment.
You have to prepare one feature on any issue of your choice, between 700 and 1000 words.
A feature gives you more space to explore a subject in detail. Therefore, select a topic that has enough information and scope for discussion.
đ€ 11. Interview
Word Limit: 500â700 Words | Marks: 10
You have to conduct and write an interview of 500â700 words for a newspaper.
The person you interview can be a:
- Local politician
- Sports person
- Artist
- Social worker
- Academician
The important thing is to conduct the interview and present it properly in written form.
đž 12. Four News Photographs
4 Photographs | Marks: 10
This activity is very simple to understand.
You have to:
Click 4 photographs having news value â Print them â Write captions for them.
You do not need a professional camera. The official manual clearly states that you can use any type of camera, including a mobile phone.
So, select photographs that actually have some news value, rather than simply using ordinary personal photographs.
đ 13. Data-Based News Report
Word Limit: 300â500 Words | Marks: 10
This is an important activity because it combines data + journalism.
You have to prepare a 300â500 word data-based news report.
The data should come from:
Government data OR a well-known national/international organisation.
You must also include at least one data visualisation in the report.
For example, you can present relevant data through a:
Bar Chart | Pie Chart | Line Graph | Other Suitable Visualisation
The visualisation can be prepared on a computer and attached as a printout with the handwritten report.
đ° 14. Analyse a Newspaper or Magazine
Marks: 5
Choose any newspaper or magazine that you like.
Then analyse its:
Strengths
and
Weaknesses
In simple words, explain what you think the publication does well and where it can improve.
đ 15. Read One Newspaper for One Full Week
Monday to Sunday | Marks: 10
This is the final activity, and students often get confused about it.
You have to select one newspaper and read it for one complete week, from Monday to Sunday.
You have to provide the following information:
1. Newspaper Details
- Name of the newspaper
- Language
2. Number of Pages
Record the total number of pages every day from Monday to Sunday.
3. Space Given to News
Record how much space/pages are given to:
- Sports news
- Business news
- International news
You have to provide this information for each day from Monday to Sunday.
4. Number of Images
Count the number of:
- Photographs
- Cartoons
- Illustrations
- Other images
used in the news content, excluding advertisements.
This information also has to be provided for Monday to Sunday.
đ MJML-220 Practical: Marks at a Glance
| Activity | Marks |
|---|---|
| Political News Report | 5 |
| Legal/Court News Report | 5 |
| Sports News Report | 5 |
| Health News Report | 5 |
| Educational News Report | 5 |
| Local Governance News Report | 5 |
| Crime News Report | 5 |
| Business News Report | 5 |
| Lifestyle/Fashion/Films Report | 5 |
| Feature | 10 |
| Interview | 10 |
| Four Photographs + Captions | 10 |
| Data-Based News Report | 10 |
| Newspaper/Magazine Analysis | 5 |
| One-Week Newspaper Analysis | 10 |
| TOTAL | 100 |
âïž Is MJML-220 Practical Handwritten?
Yes. This is very important.
The official practical manual states that the news reports, feature, interview and other written work have to be written by hand.
Therefore, students should not simply print all their written work and submit it.
The main exception is the data visualisation for Activity 13, which can be prepared using a computer and attached as a printout with the handwritten report.
đ How to Arrange Your MJML-220 Portfolio?
All the practical activities have to be compiled together in a folder.
Your front page should clearly mention the required student details, including:
- Full Name
- Enrolment Number
- Programme Code
- Course Code
- Study Centre Code
- Regional Centre Name & Code
- Email ID
- Phone Number
- Address
The official manual also specifies the documents and portfolio arrangement required for submission.
đ What Should Your Final Submission Contain?
Before submission, make sure your portfolio contains the required components.
Your submission should include:
1. Cover Page
2. IGNOU Identity Card
3. MJML-220 Examination Fee Receipt
4. Table of the 15 Production Portfolio Activities
5. Complete Production Portfolio
All 15 activities should be compiled together in one file.
â ïž Important: Don’t Copy Someone Else’s Portfolio
The official manual advises students to prepare their own Production Portfolio.
It also states that a portfolio may be rejected if there is evidence of copying or other malpractice.
Therefore, use guidance to understand the assignment, but make sure your submitted practical work is prepared appropriately and reflects your own work.
đŻ MJML-220 Practical Examination
The Production Portfolio carries 100 marks.
According to the official manual, the portfolio itself is evaluated for the full 100 marks. There is no viva-voce component for this practical evaluation.
The minimum passing requirement mentioned in the manual is 40%.
đ When Can You Appear for MJML-220?
Students can appear for the MJML-220 Term-End Examination only after one year of registration, subject to the applicable examination and submission requirements.
The manual gives examples based on January and July admission cycles. However, students should always verify their own examination eligibility with the current IGNOU instructions.
đ Where Do You Submit the MJML-220 Portfolio?
For regular students, the Production Portfolio is submitted to the Study Centre.
For online programmes, the portfolio is submitted through the LMS.
If a regular student faces a problem at the Study Centre, the official manual advises contacting the concerned Regional Centre. Students should also keep a copy of their submitted work for their records.
â° MJML-220 Submission Deadlines
The practical manual mentions:
30 June â for the June Term-End Examination
31 December â for the December Term-End Examination
However, students should remain in contact with their Study Centre and Regional Centre for updated information regarding submission dates.
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- Political, Legal, Sports & Crime News Reports
- Health, Education & Local Governance Reports
- Business & Lifestyle/Fashion/Films Reports
- Feature Writing
- Interview Preparation
- News Photographs & Captions
- Data-Based News Report
- Newspaper/Magazine Analysis
- One-Week Newspaper Analysis
- Portfolio Arrangement
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Prepare your IGNOU MJML-220 Practical Production Portfolio systematically and avoid confusion at the time of submission.
The information in this article is based on the IGNOU MJML-220 Practical: Print official practical manual provided for this course.
Students should still check with their Study Centre and Regional Centre for the latest instructions, dates and submission-related updates.
â Frequently Asked Questions
How many activities are there in MJML-220?
There are 15 activities in the Production Portfolio.
How many marks is MJML-220?
The complete Production Portfolio carries 100 marks.
How many photographs are required?
You have to submit 4 news-value photographs with captions.
Can I use my mobile phone for photographs?
Yes. The official manual allows students to use any camera, including a mobile phone.
Is the MJML-220 practical handwritten?
Yes. The written practical work has to be prepared by hand.
Do I need a data visualisation?
Yes. Activity 13 requires at least one data visualisation.
Do I have to read a newspaper for seven days?
Yes. Activity 15 requires analysis of a newspaper from Monday to Sunday.
Is there a viva for MJML-220?
According to the official practical manual, there is no viva-voce component.
What is the passing mark?
The minimum passing requirement mentioned in the manual is 40%.
Where do regular students submit the portfolio?
Regular students submit the portfolio to their Study Centre.
Can I submit printed copies of all my reports?
No. The written components are required to be handwritten according to the practical manual.
