Media Lesson Plans

Sixth graders design travel brochures using technology to persuade people to visit their location.  In this travel brochure activity, 6th graders must communicate what is attractive about a place that would convince you to visit. Students present their projects.

Students identify and determine the effectiveness of various methods of communication. They construct a chart or poster that illustrates the various methods and venues through which individuals, groups, and the media communicate with the public.

Students examine the effect of media and advertising on youth drinking and smoking. In this advertising media lesson, students determine what advertising means, how much money is spent on it, and how different age groups are targeted. They watch a movie and examine pictures before designing ads that are against youth drinking and smoking.

Mild to moderately disabled secondary students practice asking for what they want. They discuss a scenario, list things they want, then practice asking for those things. Our special needs students need to know how to communicate effectively, when they do tantrum behavior decrease and health and safety increase. Several worksheets are included.

Young scholars explore media by identifying and analyzing selected images. In this media communications lesson, students analyze a poster and discuss the intended meaning of the imagery and how it makes the viewer feel. Young scholars discuss the different types of media and answer questions based on how they are used to communicate to the public.

Students examine media coverage of George W. Bush's refusal to answer questions regarding past illegal drug usage in the 1999 campaign. They consider the role of rumor, scandal, audience and relevance in political media coverage.

Students analyze how media shapes their perception of events. In this media lesson, students research the home pages of assigned web sites to determine how media influences how they feel about tragic event. They look at head lines about the events of September 11, 2001 and discuss their reactions to them. They participate in a debate as to whether or not media can truly influence their feelings.

Have your secondary special education class learn and practice effective communication skills. Both verbal and non-verbal communication is discussed and practiced. They communicate using body language, build listening skills, and discuss socially appropriate communication. This lesson may not be appropriate for completely non verbal or autistic students, it does involve strong eye contact and physical touch. Still, a great lesson.

Having social skills and being able to assert yourself in a positive way is so important. Students with mild to moderate disabilities engage in a series of activities to practice assertive communication and social skills. Perfect for a secondary special education class learning how to be socially appropriate in a safe way.

There are many ways to say, no. Secondary special needs students need to know when and how to say no when they feel they are in an uncomfortable situation. They sign, say, and role-play how to say no. Worksheets and role-playing cards are included. A great lesson plan for building practical communication skills.