Curated OER
The Ethics of Embedded Journalists
Young scholars reflect upon the role of embedded journalists in today's media climate. They write about why would journalists not want to consider themselves part of the "group" that makes up the military unit they are assigned to. ...
Curated OER
The Unspoken Words of Media Ethics: Do we know what they are?
Students read codes of ethics from the New York Times, Washington Post, Society of Professional Journalists and the American Society of Newspaper Editors. In this Civics lesson, 10th graders role-play ethical dilemmas faced by reporters.
Curated OER
A Balancing Act
Students learn about the guiding ethical principles of professional journalists, evaluate hypothetical dilemmas and determine if these stories should "go to press", and determine how to frame a story and when/where to report it.
Curated OER
Lessons to be Learned: The Importance of Attribution, Accuracy, and Honesty
Students investigate real world examples of media law issues. For this media law instructional activity, students read Janet Cooke’s feature and respond to the writing. Students read articles by Stephen Glass to highlight facts in need...
Curated OER
Finding and Authenticating Online Information on Global Development Issues
Students discover how to find authoritative resources. For this research skills lesson, students examine strategies for using the Internet effectively to research global development issues.
DocsTeach
WWI Propaganda and Art
Uncle Sam wants you! During World War II, the US government and military created a propaganda campaign to gain public support. The activity uses primary documents such as photos to explain how and why the propaganda campaign was...
Newseum
Reporting Part III: Staying Objective
The third and final activity in the Reporting series tests young journalists' ability to be objective in reporting contentious topics. After brainstorming a list of contentious topics that interest them, the class selects one, and...
Newseum
Front Page Photographs: Analyzing Editorial Choices
Frontpage photographs are the focus of four activities that ask young journalists to consider what the images reveal about a newspaper and its community. To begin, groups compare what images different papers from across the country use...
Curated OER
on Trial: Anonymous Sources, Promises of Confidentiality And Privacy
Students research the case of Matthew Cooper and Judith Miller, two reporters found in contempt of court for failing to divulge their sources. They participate in a mock trial as they consider the case from various points of view.
Curated OER
Eating Under the Rainbow
Students investigate the lure of snack-food advertisements to explain how snacks can fit into a healthy diet.
BBC
Bbc Religion and Ethics News: Judaism
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), one of the world's most influential media outlets, collects news stories about Judaism at this site. Religion and Ethics News is updated daily and indexes a broad swath of up-to-the-minute...
BBC
Bbc Religion and Ethics News: Christianity
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), one of the world's most influential media outlets, collects up-to-the-minutes news stories about Christianity at this site.
BBC
Bbc Religion and Ethics News: Hinduism
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), one of the world's most influential media outlets, collects up-to-the-minutes news stories about Hinduism at this site.
BBC
Bbc Religion and Ethics News: Buddhism
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), one of the world's most influential media outlets, collects up-to-the-minutes news stories about Buddhism at this site.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: To Report or Not to Report
What kind of principles do reporters adhere to when deciding what to report? This lesson takes a closer look at a piece written to the New York Times regarding the atrocities committed by Saddam Hussein's Regime in Iraq.
Other
Society of Professional Journalists: Code of Ethics
The complete text of the Code of Ethics by the Society of Professional Journalists.
Other
Brass Check: Tell the Truth and Run George Seldes
Read about George Seldes (1890-1995), a muckraker and press critic. Read some of his writings from his column "In Fact." Read his autobiography and a brief biography. There are links to other sites about George Seldes. Site by Brass Check.
PBS
Pbs: Religion and Ethics Newsweekly
The Religion and Ethics Newsweekly site, the online companion of the PBS series of the same name, consolidates text, video, photographs, and audio resources related to news of the world's religions. Also find a multifaith calendar and...
PBS
Pbs News Hour: On Trial: Anonymous Sources (Lesson Plan)
A lesson in which learners investigate issues of journalistic ethics revolving around the reporting of leaked information, promises of confidentiality, and the public's right to know. Learners also conduct a mock trial, attempting to...
PBS
Pbs News Hour: The Ethics of Embedded Journalists (Lesson Plan)
Directions for helping learners identify the ethical problems and issues that confront embedded reporters, their editors, and their television networks and for discussing the "picture" of war that embedded journalists paint.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Unspoken Words of Media Ethics (Lesson Plan)
A lesson that takes young scholars through an exploration of the codes of ethics for journalists and the unspoken rules that govern the media and the news we hear. Students also examine the ethical dilemmas faced by reporters.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: War Feels Like War: Journalism in War Time (Teacher Resources)
Assess a lesson plan that revolves around the role of journalists in a democracy, especially considering the challenges and ethics of reporting from a war zone. Should broaden student understanding of Thomas Jefferson's ideal of an...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Leslie Dodson: Don't Misrepresent Africa
Broadcast journalist, Leslie Dodson, presents research that focuses on the intersection of micro-enterprise and digital technologies in developing communities in Africa. Dodson discusses how hard it is to be a journalist and the special...
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Rules of Engagement: The Geneva Convention (Lesson Plan)
A lesson in which students examine the agreements stipulated by the 1949 Geneva convention. They then assess if the Iraqi media's use of POW images is or is not contrary to the tenets of the convention. Students will also discuss the...