Open-Source Investigation
Journalists cannot always guarantee 'truth', but getting the facts right is the cardinal principle of journalism. This course on open-source investigations is a starting point for those who believe in the power of information as evidence.
It will also help you to collect and verify data, and analyse it and cross-check it with information gathered in the field. This hands-on guide will help you to use technology to gather, sort and analyse data from publicly available sources, including social media, video and image-sharing websites, mapping tools and satellite imagery.
Hello, I’m Sara Creta. I’m an investigative reporter and a documentary filmmaker. I have spent the past decade documenting human rights violations and I have extensively used open-source intelligence in my investigations.
Cognitive skills
The trainee will learn:
- The skills to collect disparate data from open sources
- How to make connections that are not immediately apparent from open-source intelligence
- How to uncover new perspectives and angles within open-source intelligence
- How to explore different perspectives and angles from open-source intelligence
Practical skills
The trainee will learn:
- How to plan a successful investigation using data and information that is available on the internet
- How to use different web-searching techniques, strategies and tools
- How to ensure they are complying with legislation and legal procedures
- How to collect, analyse and disseminate information in a timely manner to an appropriate audience
Behavioural skills
The trainee will learn:
- How to conduct internet investigations ethically, lawfully and safely
- How to verify information you find and ensure your work is completely accurate
- Different strategies for mining open-source intelligence
- How to come up with ideas for stories and investigations
- Full lifetime access.
- Paid Certificate.
- Knowledge of the English language.
- A Computer or Mobile with Internet Connection.
