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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

ESL News Press

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students assume the roles of editors and news reporters and develop and create a school newspaper. Working in groups they brainstorm article topics for different sections of the paper. They conduct research about current events,...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

You Choose the News

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the process used in choosing the news. They serve as guest editors and select newsworthy stories for the evening news program. Students explore how news is selected by editors and gain insight into the making of the...
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Website
Princeton Review

Princeton Review Career Profile: Editor

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the career of an editor, including how to get into the career, related careers, the projected quality of life, and a look at the forecast of future jobs. Well organized information, very readable, and easy to navigate.
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Princeton Review

The Princeton Review: Career Film Editor

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the career of a film editor, including how to get into the career, related careers, the projected quality of life, and future outlook for jobs. Well organized information, very readable, and easy to navigate.
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Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Writers and Authors

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about careers, including writers and authors.
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Other

Power Reporting: Computer Assisted Reporting in the Newsroom

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Read about a 10-step program for implementing a workable program for using computers in the newsroom consistently and effectively. Journalism today is increasingly reliant on computer-based technology.
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Other

Aejmc: Association for Education Journalism & Mass Communication

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
With memberships in thirty different countries, the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication site boasts a newsletter-style design. A well defined index and speedy search setup make for easy navigation. Educators,...
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Other

Aces: The American Copy Editors Society

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This newsletter-style home page for The American Copy Editors Society offers everything from articles and advice to surveys and seminars. Tidy layout and solid organization make this a pleasure to navigate.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Kids History: Declaration of Independence List of Signatures

For Students 9th - 10th
Students can see a full list of who signed the Declaration of Independence.