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The Speed of News: Where Do We Get the News? Lesson PlanThe Speed of News: Where Do We Get the News? Lesson Plan
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The Speed of News: Where Do We Get the News?

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Times are changing. One change is the way people get and share the news. Class members pair up and interview one another to find out how their peers get news. After compiling their findings, young reporters interview an adult, compile these results, and compare adult answers with those of their peers.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

interviewing, news reporting, electronic media, media, journalism

Instructional Ideas

  • Add another question to the worksheet—ask the respondent if they read or watch news reports and, if so, what types

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires two copies of the worksheet for each class member

Pros

  • Discussion questions draw attention to generational differences and how the news industry is changing

Cons

  • None

Common Core

CCRA.SL.1

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