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Young journalists learn about topics such as newspaper ethics, parts of a newspaper, credible sources, and different types of articles. The lesson empowers individuals and gives them the capability to express their voices through the power of the press.
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Instructional Ideas
- Kick off the unit with a QFT (Question Formulation Technique) to spark interest and generate inquiry
- Consider doing some project-based-learning with your school paper after the mini-unit as a summative assessment
Classroom Considerations
- A variety of materials are needed for each activity
- Choose an assessment strategy before instruction
Pros
- Learning objectives are rooted in real-world experiences
- Includes extension ideas for lessons
- Resource contains helpful definitions for content vocabulary words
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