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Writing Effective Leads
Do you know your news elements? Can you spot the most important one? This site helps you spot different kinds of leads, and which news element they emphasize. Includes an exercise for use in your own classroom.
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10 Leads That Shout Ugh!
When you write a lead, you want it to be fresh and interesting. Here are 10 pitfalls to avoid, and some tips on how to do so.